HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4911.91 – Printed matter; pictures, designs and photographs, n.e.c. in item no. 4911.10
HS code 4911.91 is the 6-digit subheading for printed matter, pictures, designs and photographs, n.e.c. in item no. 4911.10. It is used for art prints, posters, photographic enlargements, graphic design prints and decorative wall art.
What HS 4911.91 covers
This HS code covers printed pictures, designs, and photographs that are not specifically trade advertising material (covered under 491110). This broad category includes items intended for decorative purposes, artistic display, or general informational use, such as art prints, posters, photographic reproductions, and graphic designs. International trade in these goods is fueled by the art market, interior design trends, tourism, and general consumer demand for visual content. Importers include art galleries, home decor retailers, souvenir shops, publishers, and individual consumers. Exporters are typically printing companies, art publishers, photographers, and design studios. Key considerations involve print quality, paper or substrate type, artistic value, and licensing agreements for copyrighted images. This category represents a significant portion of the global market for visual printed media, catering to diverse aesthetic and informational needs.
- Covers
- Art prints
- Posters
- Photographic enlargements
- Graphic design prints
- Decorative wall art
- Children's book illustrations (loose)
- Scenic photographs
- Movie posters
- Examples
- Fine art giclée prints
- National Geographic posters
- movie posters (e.g., Star Wars)
- framed decorative prints
- stock photography prints
Codes often confused with 4911.91
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 490600 (Original hand-drawn plans/photographic reproductions of originals) as these are mass-produced prints, and from 9701 (Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand) which covers original artworks.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 491191, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 491191 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 United States $358M 18% of world exports
- 2 China $320M 16% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $223M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $664M 28% of world imports
- 2 Canada $291M 12% of world imports
- 3 China $181M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $2.3B 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 4911.91
Brazil does not split HS 4911.91: its NCM code is 4911.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 49.11 →
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 4911.91
What is HS code 491191?
HS code 491191 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Printed matter; pictures, designs and photographs, n.e.c. in item no. 4911.10. This HS code covers printed pictures, designs, and photographs that are not specifically trade advertising material (covered under 491110). This broad category includes items intended for decorative purposes, artistic display, or general informational use, such as art prints, posters, photographic reproductions, and graphic designs. International trade in these goods is fueled by the art market, interior design trends, tourism, and general consumer demand for visual content. Importers include art galleries, home decor retailers, souvenir shops, publishers, and individual consumers. Exporters are typically printing companies, art publishers, photographers, and design studios. Key considerations involve print quality, paper or substrate type, artistic value, and licensing agreements for copyrighted images. This category represents a significant portion of the global market for visual printed media, catering to diverse aesthetic and informational needs.
What products fall under HS code 491191?
Art prints, posters, photographic enlargements, graphic design prints, decorative wall art, children's book illustrations (loose), scenic photographs, movie posters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 491191?
This code is distinct from 490600 (Original hand-drawn plans/photographic reproductions of originals) as these are mass-produced prints, and from 9701 (Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand) which covers original artworks.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 491191?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 491191 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($358M, 18% of world exports), China ($320M) and Switzerland ($223M). World exports came to about $1.9B, 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 491191?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 491191 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($664M, 28% of world imports), Canada ($291M) and China ($181M). World imports came to about $2.3B, 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 491191 structured?
HS code 491191 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (49) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 491191?
In Brazil, HS code 491191 is NCM 4911.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.