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 v2022 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. This industry plays a vital role in the global postal and communication systems, facilitating the exchange of information and goods across borders. The production and trade of these specialized items are integral to the broader economy, supporting the efficient functioning of international commerce and the preservation of cultural and historical heritage.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 9704 typically involves a combination of printing techniques, such as offset printing, intaglio printing, and lithography. These methods allow for the creation of intricate designs, vibrant colors, and secure features to prevent counterfeiting. The manufacturing process often includes the use of specialized equipment, including printing presses, perforating machines, and quality control systems, to ensure the high standards and authenticity of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 9704 include various types of paper, inks, and printing plates or cylinders. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, such as printing presses, perforating machines, and packaging equipment. The availability of skilled labor, particularly in the fields of graphic design, engraving, and printing, is also a crucial input for this industry.

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 4907 Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country to which they are destined; stamp-impressed paper; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title, as well as 4911 Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs, which may incorporate these philatelic items into their own products or services.

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/v2022/97'>97: Works of art; collectors' pieces and antiques</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9704'>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/v2022/9701'>9701: Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand; not drawings of heading no. 4906 and not hand-painted, hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9702'>9702: Engravings, prints and lithographs; original</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9703'>9703: Sculptures and statuary; original, in any material</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9705'>9705: Collections and collectors' pieces; of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, palaeontological or numismatic interest</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9706'>9706: Antiques; of an age exceeding one hundred years</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970400'>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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