Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material

HS v2017 Code: 4902

About newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material

HS code 4902 covers a wide range of printed publications, including newspapers, journals, and periodicals. This industry plays a vital role in the dissemination of information, news, and entertainment across the global economy. Newspapers, journals, and periodicals serve as important sources of information for businesses, governments, and the general public, making this industry a crucial component of the broader media and communications sector.

Production process

The production of newspapers, journals, and periodicals typically involves a multi-step process. This includes the gathering and writing of content, the layout and design of the publication, the printing process, and the distribution to readers. Modern production techniques often leverage digital technologies, such as desktop publishing software and web-based content management systems, to streamline the production workflow and enable more efficient and cost-effective publishing.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of newspapers, journals, and periodicals include paper, ink, printing equipment, and skilled labor, such as journalists, editors, and graphic designers. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of other resources, including distribution networks, advertising revenue, and access to information sources and subject matter experts.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the physical and digital publications themselves, which are consumed by a wide range of end-users, including individual readers, businesses, and organizations. The content produced by this industry may also be repurposed or integrated into other media formats, such as 4901 Books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, 4903 Children's picture, drawing or colouring books, or 4905 Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed, depending on the nature and subject matter of the publication.

Family tree for newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/49'>49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4902'>4902: Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4901'>4901: Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4903'>4903: Children's picture, drawing or colouring books</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4904'>4904: Music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4905'>4905: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4906'>4906: Plans and drawings; for architectural, engineering, industrial, commercial, topographical or similar, being originals drawn by hand; hand-written texts; photo- graphic reproductions; their carbon copies</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4907'>4907: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value; stamp-impressed paper; cheque forms; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4908'>4908: Transfers (decalcomanias)</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4909'>4909: Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4910'>4910: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4911'>4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs</a>"]

    B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/490210'>490210: Newspapers, journals and periodicals; whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, appearing at least four times a week</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/490290'>490290: Newspapers, journals and periodicals; whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, appearing less frequently than four times a week</a>"]


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