Transfers (decalcomanias)

HS v2022 Code: 4908

About transfers (decalcomanias)

HS code 4908 covers the industry of transfers, also known as decalcomanias. Decalcomanias are a type of graphic design or image that can be transferred from one surface to another, typically used for decorative purposes. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, providing a versatile and cost-effective way to apply designs and branding to a wide range of products, from consumer goods to industrial applications.

Production process

The production of transfers (decalcomanias) involves several key steps. First, the desired image or design is printed onto a special paper or film using techniques such as offset printing, screen printing, or digital printing. The printed image is then coated with a special adhesive or release agent, which allows it to be easily transferred to the target surface. Finally, the transfer is cut to the desired shape and size, ready for application.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of transfers (decalcomanias) include the base paper or film, printing inks, adhesives, and any specialized equipment such as printing presses, cutting machines, and lamination equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled graphic designers and printing technicians to create and produce the high-quality transfers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the transfers (decalcomanias) industry are the finished decalcomanias themselves, which are then used to decorate and brand a wide range of products. These products may include 4911 Printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs, 6307 Other made-up textile articles, 8302 Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like; base metal hat-racks, hat-pegs, brackets and similar fixtures; castors with mountings of base metal, and 9503 (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages; dolls; other toys; reduced-size (scale) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds).

Family tree for transfers (decalcomanias)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/49'>49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4908'>4908: Transfers (decalcomanias)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4901'>4901: Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4902'>4902: Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4903'>4903: Children's picture, drawing or colouring books</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4904'>4904: Music, printed or in manuscript, whether or not bound or illustrated</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4905'>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/v2022/4906'>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/v2022/4907'>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/v2022/4909'>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/v2022/4910'>4910: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4911'>4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs</a>"]

    B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/490810'>490810: Printed matter; transfers (decalcomanias), vitrifiable</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/490890'>490890: Printed matter; transfers (decalcomanias), other than vitrifiable</a>"]


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class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level4
class M level6
class N level6

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