About HS Code 491199
This is a residual HS code for "other printed matter" not specifically covered elsewhere within heading 4911 or other more specific headings of Chapter 49. It acts as a catch-all for a wide variety of printed materials that don't fit into more defined categories like advertising, pictures, or specific forms like calendars or postcards. This can include items such as printed forms, labels (not self-adhesive), tickets, maps (not topographical originals), and other miscellaneous printed documents. International trade in this category is diverse, serving various administrative, informational, and functional needs across industries. Importers and exporters are broad, encompassing businesses requiring custom forms, event organizers needing tickets, or publishers of specialized maps. Key considerations include the specific function of the printed item, the material it's printed on, and the volume of production. This code is crucial for classifying printed goods that are functional but lack a more precise classification.
Products Under This Code
Printed forms, non-self-adhesive labels, tickets (event, transport), printed maps (not originals), instruction manuals (standalone), printed patterns, lottery tickets, printed stationery
Real World Examples
Airline boarding passes, concert tickets, road maps, medical record forms, sewing patterns, product instruction booklets
Common Misclassification
This code is often a fallback when other specific codes in Chapter 49 (e.g., 4901 for books, 4909 for postcards, 4910 for calendars) do not apply, and it should not be confused with 491110 (Advertising material) or 491191 (Pictures/photographs) if the item clearly fits those categories.
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.
Products Classified Under 4911.99
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and the USA are significant players in both exporting and importing a wide array of miscellaneous printed matter, reflecting global industrial and commercial demands.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 491199?
HS code 491199 covers: Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911. This is a residual HS code for "other printed matter" not specifically covered elsewhere within heading 4911 or other more specific headings of Chapter 49. It acts as a catch-all for a wide variety of printed materials that don't fit into more defined categories like advertising, pictures, or specific forms like calendars or postcards. This can include items such as printed forms, labels (not self-adhesive), tickets, maps (not topographical originals), and other miscellaneous printed documents. International trade in this category is diverse, serving various administrative, informational, and functional needs across industries. Importers and exporters are broad, encompassing businesses requiring custom forms, event organizers needing tickets, or publishers of specialized maps. Key considerations include the specific function of the printed item, the material it's printed on, and the volume of production. This code is crucial for classifying printed goods that are functional but lack a more precise classification.
What products fall under HS code 491199?
Printed forms, non-self-adhesive labels, tickets (event, transport), printed maps (not originals), instruction manuals (standalone), printed patterns, lottery tickets, printed stationery
What are common misclassifications for HS code 491199?
This code is often a fallback when other specific codes in Chapter 49 (e.g., 4901 for books, 4909 for postcards, 4910 for calendars) do not apply, and it should not be confused with 491110 (Advertising material) or 491191 (Pictures/photographs) if the item clearly fits those categories.
How is HS code 491199 structured?
HS code 491199 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.