HS Code 49.10 – Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks

HS code 4910 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks. Heading 4910 covers 'Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks.' This classification is comprehensive, encompassing all forms of printed calendars, regardless of their format, size, or design. Its scope includes traditional wall calendars, desk calendars, pocket calendars, perpetual calendars (as long as they are printed), and even individual calendar blocks or sheets designed to be inserted into a frame. The defining characteristic is their primary function of displaying dates over a specific period, in a printed format. This heading explicitly excludes electronic calendars, diaries or planners where the primary function is note-taking rather than date display (often classified under 4820), or simple date indicators without a full calendar layout. Proper classification under 4910 is critical for trade compliance, as it impacts applicable tariffs, import duties, and adherence to specific import requirements for printed paper products, especially given the seasonal nature of calendar sales. As a fundamental component of Chapter 49, which deals with 'Printed Books, Newspapers, Pictures and Other Products of the Printing Industry,' this heading underscores the widespread use of printed calendars for organization, decoration, and promotional purposes across global markets.

Wall calendars with scenic photos, desk calendars with daily tear-off pages, promotional corporate calendars, advent calendars with chocolate, perpetual desk calendars, magnetic refrigerator calendars, pocket planners with integrated calendars, academic year wall calendars, financial year desk calendars, calendar blocks for perpetual frames, personalized photo calendars, art print calendars, animal-themed wall calendars, daily affirmation calendars, religious holiday calendars, gardening tip calendars, travel destination calendars, car enthusiast calendars, comic book art calendars, abstract design calendars, children's activity calendars, flip calendars, spiral-bound calendars.

Traders frequently misclassify calendars. A common error is confusing them with diaries or planners (4820) if the calendar is part of a larger book primarily meant for writing notes, where the planning aspect dominates over the simple date display. Calendars might also be mistaken for other printed matter (4911) if the calendar feature is very minor or decorative, and the item's primary function is something else, such as a poster with a small calendar at the bottom. Furthermore, promotional calendars, even if given away free, are still classified as calendars under 4910, not solely as advertising material under 4911.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 4910 in UN Comtrade data were China ($143M, 31% of world exports), Germany ($64M) and Poland ($32M). World exports came to about $455M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 4910 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($108M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($74M) and the United Kingdom ($29M). World imports came to about $494M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

HS code 4910 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 49 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (49) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (10) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.