Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed

HS v2017 Code: 4905

About maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed

HS code 4905 covers a diverse range of printed cartographic products, including maps, charts, atlases, and globes. These items play a crucial role in navigation, spatial analysis, and the dissemination of geographic information. The global maps and charts industry is a vital component of the broader publishing and printing sectors, supporting activities ranging from transportation and logistics to urban planning and scientific research.

Production process

The production of printed maps and charts typically involves a combination of digital cartography, printing technologies, and traditional craftsmanship. Cartographers utilize geographic information systems (GIS) and specialized software to design and compile the spatial data. This data is then transferred to printing presses, where advanced techniques such as offset printing, lithography, or digital printing are employed to reproduce the maps and charts on various substrates, including paper, plastic, or fabric.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the production of HS code 4905 items include geographic data sources, such as satellite imagery, surveying data, and government records; specialized cartographic software and hardware; printing equipment, including presses, inks, and substrates; and skilled labor, including cartographers, graphic designers, and printing technicians. The industry also relies on the availability of raw materials, such as paper, ink, and binding materials.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 4905 industry are printed maps, charts, atlases, and globes, which are used for a wide range of applications. These products are consumed by 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, and 4903 Children's picture, drawing or colouring books, among other industries. The maps and charts produced under this code are essential for navigation, spatial analysis, and the dissemination of geographic information.

Family tree for maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed

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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/v2017/4905'>4905: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed</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/v2017/4902'>4902: Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4903'>4903: Children's picture, drawing or colouring books</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4904'>4904: Music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated</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/v2017/490510'>490510: Globes; printed</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/490591'>490591: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts; printed in book form, including atlases, topographical plans and similar</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/490599'>490599: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts; (printed other than in book form), including wall maps, topographical plans and similar</a>"]


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