Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs
HS v2017 Code: 4911
About printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs
HS code 4911 covers a diverse range of printed materials that do not fall under other more specific categories. This includes printed pictures, photographs, and various forms of printed matter not elsewhere classified. The printed matter industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the dissemination of information, ideas, and creative works across borders. As a versatile and adaptable sector, it continues to evolve alongside technological advancements, catering to the diverse needs of businesses, governments, and individual consumers.
Production process
The production of printed matter under HS code 4911 typically involves a range of printing techniques, including offset printing, digital printing, and specialized processes like screen printing and gravure printing. These methods allow for the efficient and high-quality reproduction of a wide variety of printed materials, from posters and brochures to specialized publications and custom-designed items.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of printed matter under HS code 4911 include paper, ink, and various printing equipment and machinery. Depending on the specific product, other materials such as coatings, adhesives, and specialized substrates may also be utilized. The industry relies on a robust supply chain of raw materials, as well as access to advanced printing technologies and skilled labor to ensure the consistent and reliable production of high-quality printed matter.
Production outputs
The outputs of the printed matter industry covered by HS code 4911 are diverse and serve a wide range of end-users. These include 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, 4903 Children's picture, drawing or coloring books, and various other printed materials used in business, education, and personal applications. The versatility of this industry allows it to support and complement the activities of numerous other economic sectors, contributing to the overall flow of information and knowledge.
Family tree for printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs
graph LR 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/v2017/4911'>4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs</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/v2017/4905'>4905: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed</a>"] A --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4908'>4908: Transfers (decalcomanias)</a>"] A --> K["<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 --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4910'>4910: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks</a>"] B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/491110'>491110: Printed matter; trade advertising material, commercial catalogues and the like</a>"] B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/491191'>491191: Printed matter; pictures, designs and photographs, n.e.c. in item no. 4911.10</a>"] B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/491199'>491199: Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level4 class D level4 class E level4 class F level4 class G level4 class H level4 class I level4 class J level4 class K level4 class L level4 class M level6 class N level6 class O level6 class B highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class B highlight