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HS 4901
Printed books, brochures, leaflets, and similar publications
Explore detailed trade insights for HS 4901 with up-to-date U.S. shipping trends, tariff changes, and top importer/exporter activity. This page provides a snapshot of real shipment data to help you track market movement, identify key players, and uncover new opportunities. Powered by ImportGenius, your source for real-time global trade intelligence.
Total Shipments
29367
Growth Rate
23
Top Origin Country
China
About this HS Code
HS Code 4901 encompasses printed books, brochures, leaflets, and similar printed publications. The classification distinguishes between single sheets (4901.10) and bound volumes (4901.91-4901.99) including dictionaries, encyclopedias, technical manuals, and literary works. This fundamental category delivers knowledge, information, and entertainment in traditional printed format. Products range from mass-market paperbacks to limited edition art books and specialized technical publications. Unlike periodicals (HS 4902) or advertising materials (HS 4911), these publications typically have longer relevance periods and more permanent reference value. This division represents significant intellectual property beyond manufacturing processes, with content creation and editorial development constituting major value components. Despite digital alternatives, printed publications remain important for education, reference, and reading experiences that don't require electronic devices or internet connectivity.
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