HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4911.99 – Printed matter; n.e.c. in heading no. 4911
HS code 4911.99 is the 6-digit subheading for printed matter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4911. It is used for printed forms, non-self-adhesive labels, tickets (event, transport), printed maps (not originals) and instruction manuals (standalone).
What HS 4911.99 covers
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.
- Covers
- Printed forms
- Non-self-adhesive labels
- Tickets (event, transport)
- Printed maps (not originals)
- Instruction manuals (standalone)
- Printed patterns
- Lottery tickets
- Printed stationery
- Examples
- Airline boarding passes
- concert tickets
- road maps
- medical record forms
- sewing patterns
- product instruction booklets
Codes often confused with 4911.99
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 491199, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 491199 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 13% 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 $1.0B 18% of world exports
- 2 China $492M 8.6% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $464M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $5.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $738M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $392M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $336M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $5.9B 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 4911.99
Brazil does not split HS 4911.99: its NCM code is 4911.99.00.
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 4911.99
What is HS code 491199?
HS code 491199 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 491199?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 491199 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 18% of world exports), China ($492M) and the Netherlands ($464M). World exports came to about $5.7B, 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 491199?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 491199 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($738M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($392M) and Singapore ($336M). World imports came to about $5.9B, 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.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 491199?
In Brazil, HS code 491199 is NCM 4911.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.