HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4910.00 – Calendars; printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks
HS code 4910.00 is the 6-digit subheading for calendars, printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks. It is used for wall calendars, desk calendars, pocket calendars, perpetual calendars and advent calendars.
What HS 4910.00 covers
This HS code covers all types of printed calendars, ranging from wall calendars and desk calendars to pocket calendars and calendar blocks. These items serve the primary function of displaying dates and often incorporate decorative images, promotional content, or functional planning spaces. International trade in calendars is influenced by seasonal demand, corporate branding, and consumer preferences for aesthetics and utility. Importers include stationery retailers, gift shops, corporate clients for promotional giveaways, and general merchandise stores. Exporters are typically printing companies, paper product manufacturers, and specialized calendar publishers. Key considerations include design quality, paper stock, binding methods, and the inclusion of holidays or cultural events relevant to the target market. Despite digital calendars, physical calendars remain popular for decorative purposes, planning, and as promotional tools.
- Covers
- Wall calendars
- Desk calendars
- Pocket calendars
- Perpetual calendars
- Advent calendars
- Calendar blocks
- Promotional calendars
- Academic planners
- Examples
- National Geographic wall calendars
- Moleskine planners
- corporate branded desk calendars
- daily tear-off calendars
Codes often confused with 4910.00
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 4901 (Printed books, brochures, leaflets) even if a calendar has extensive text, as its primary function is date display, and from 4911 (Other printed matter) which is a general category for printed items not elsewhere specified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 491000, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 491000 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $143M 31% of world exports
- 2 Germany $64M 14% of world exports
- 3 Poland $32M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $455M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $108M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $74M 15% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $29M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $494M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4910.00
Brazil does not split HS 4910.00: its NCM code is 4910.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 49.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Questions about HS 4910.00
What is HS code 491000?
HS code 491000 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Calendars; printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks. This HS code covers all types of printed calendars, ranging from wall calendars and desk calendars to pocket calendars and calendar blocks. These items serve the primary function of displaying dates and often incorporate decorative images, promotional content, or functional planning spaces. International trade in calendars is influenced by seasonal demand, corporate branding, and consumer preferences for aesthetics and utility. Importers include stationery retailers, gift shops, corporate clients for promotional giveaways, and general merchandise stores. Exporters are typically printing companies, paper product manufacturers, and specialized calendar publishers. Key considerations include design quality, paper stock, binding methods, and the inclusion of holidays or cultural events relevant to the target market. Despite digital calendars, physical calendars remain popular for decorative purposes, planning, and as promotional tools.
What products fall under HS code 491000?
Wall calendars, desk calendars, pocket calendars, perpetual calendars, advent calendars, calendar blocks, promotional calendars, academic planners
What are common misclassifications for HS code 491000?
This code is distinct from 4901 (Printed books, brochures, leaflets) even if a calendar has extensive text, as its primary function is date display, and from 4911 (Other printed matter) which is a general category for printed items not elsewhere specified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 491000?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 491000 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 491000?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 491000 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.
How is HS code 491000 structured?
HS code 491000 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (49) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 491000?
In Brazil, HS code 491000 is NCM 4910.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.