Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911

HS v2022 Code: 491199

About printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911

HS code 491199 covers a diverse range of printed materials that do not fall under any other specific heading in Chapter 49 of the Harmonized System. This broad category encompasses a wide variety of printed products, from specialized technical manuals to promotional brochures, playing cards, and more. The printed matter industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the dissemination of information, ideas, and cultural content across various sectors and industries.

Production process

The production of printed matter under HS code 491199 typically involves a combination of traditional printing techniques, such as offset printing, digital printing, and screen printing, as well as emerging technologies like 3D printing. The specific production methods used depend on the nature and intended use of the printed material, as well as the desired quality, quantity, and turnaround time.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of printed matter under HS code 491199 include paper, ink, and printing equipment. Depending on the type of printed material, other inputs such as specialized coatings, binding materials, and finishing equipment may also be necessary. The industry relies on a well-developed supply chain of raw materials, machinery, and skilled labor to ensure the efficient and high-quality production of a diverse range of printed products.

Production outputs

The outputs of the printed matter industry covered by HS code 491199 are highly varied and serve a wide range of end-users. These printed products may be consumed by industries such as 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, and 4905 Maps and hydrographic or similar charts of all kinds, including atlases, wall maps, topographical plans and globes, printed, among others. The versatility of printed matter allows it to be used for educational, informational, promotional, and recreational purposes across diverse sectors of the economy.

Revisions to 491199

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 491199. The most recent 1 version of this code (491199) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 491199.

Family tree for printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911

    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/v2022/4911'>4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/491199'>491199: Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911</a>"]

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

    

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