Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs

HS v2022 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 any other specific classification. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, providing essential communication and information resources across various sectors. From educational publications to commercial advertising, the printed matter industry supports the dissemination of knowledge, ideas, and marketing content worldwide.

Production process

The production of printed matter under HS code 4911 typically involves a combination of traditional printing methods, such as offset printing, digital printing, and specialized techniques like screen printing. These processes allow for the efficient and high-quality reproduction of text, images, and graphics on a wide range of materials, including paper, cardboard, and other substrates.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of printed matter under HS code 4911 include paper, ink, printing plates or digital files, and specialized printing equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, including graphic designers, pre-press technicians, and printing operators, to ensure the quality and accuracy of the final products.

Production outputs

The outputs of the printed matter industry covered by HS code 4911 are diverse and include books, magazines, brochures, posters, calendars, and various types of commercial and promotional materials. These printed products are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, and 4903 Children's picture, drawing or coloring books.

Family tree for printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs

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    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/v2022/4911'>4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs</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/v2022/4908'>4908: Transfers (decalcomanias)</a>"]
A --> K["<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 --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4910'>4910: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks</a>"]

    B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/491110'>491110: Printed matter; trade advertising material, commercial catalogues and the like</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/491191'>491191: Printed matter; pictures, designs and photographs, n.e.c. in item no. 4911.10</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/491199'>491199: Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911</a>"]


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