Stamps, postage or revenue; stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and like, used or unused, other than those of heading 4907

HS v2017 Code: 9704

About stamps, postage or revenue; stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and like, used or unused, other than those of heading 4907

hs code 9704 covers a diverse range of philatelic products, including stamps, postage or revenue stamps, stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, and postal stationery. These items play a crucial role in the global postal and revenue collection systems, facilitating communication, record-keeping, and the exchange of goods and services. The philatelic industry is an integral part of the broader economy, supporting various industries such as 4907 Unused postage or revenue stamps; stamp-impressed paper; banknotes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title.

Production process

The production of items covered under hs code 9704 typically involves specialized printing techniques, such as offset printing, intaglio printing, and digital printing. These methods ensure the high-quality, secure, and tamper-resistant nature of the products. The manufacturing process may also include the incorporation of security features, such as watermarks, microprinting, and optically variable inks, to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the authenticity of the items.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under hs code 9704 include high-quality paper, specialized printing inks, and advanced printing equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled professionals, such as graphic designers, engravers, and printing technicians, to ensure the precision and quality of the final products. The availability of secure supply chains and distribution networks is also crucial for the efficient delivery of these items to end-users.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 9704 are stamps, postage or revenue stamps, stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, and postal stationery. These products are consumed by various sectors, including 4907 Unused postage or revenue stamps; stamp-impressed paper; banknotes; cheque forms; stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title, the postal service, and collectors. The outputs of this industry support the efficient functioning of communication, record-keeping, and revenue collection systems worldwide.

Family tree for stamps, postage or revenue; stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and like, used or unused, other than those of heading 4907

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/97'>97: Works of art; collectors' pieces and antiques</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9704'>9704: Stamps, postage or revenue; stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and like, used or unused, other than those of heading 4907</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9701'>9701: Paintings, drawings, pastels, executed entirely by hand; not drawings of heading no. 4906 and not hand-painted, hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages and similar decorative plaques</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9702'>9702: Engravings, prints and lithographs; original</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9703'>9703: Sculptures and statuary; original, in any material</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9705'>9705: Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, historical, archaeological, palaeontological, ethnographic or numismatic interest</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9706'>9706: Antiques; of an age exceeding one hundred years</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/970400'>970400: Stamps, postage or revenue; stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and like, used or unused, other than those of heading 4907</a>"]


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