Product classification
HS code for Calendars: 4910.00
Calendars, printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks.
Classification of calendars under HS 4910.00
Calendars are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 4910.00. This classification is derived from Chapter 49, which pertains to "Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans." Heading 4910 specifically covers "Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks." This broad definition ensures that all forms of printed calendars, regardless of their specific design, material composition (e.g., paper, cardboard, plastic if printed), or format (e.g., wall, desk, perpetual), are consistently classified under this single code, provided their primary function is to display dates.
- Covers
- Wall calendars
- Desk calendars
- Perpetual calendars (printed)
- Advent calendars (with printed dates)
- Calendar blocks
- Pocket calendars
- Promotional calendars
- Also under 4910.00
- National Geographic wall calendars
- Moleskine planners
- corporate branded desk calendars
- daily tear-off calendars
Codes often confused with 4910.00
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for calendars often arise from their printed nature or decorative aspects. HS 4901 covers "Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets." While calendars are printed, their specific function as a date-keeping device distinguishes them from general books or brochures, which typically convey narrative or informational content. HS 4911, which covers "Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs," is a residual category for printed items not elsewhere specified. Calendars have their own specific and precise heading, 4910.00, making classification under 4911 incorrect. Additionally, a calendar combined with another item, such as a pen or a small notepad, should still be classified under 4910.00 if the calendar function remains the primary characteristic of the composite good.
Top exporters and importers of HS 491000 (the code used for calendars), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 491000 (the code used for calendars) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 491000, not only calendars.
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 calendars
Brazil classifies calendars under NCM 4910.00.00: HS 4910.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 calendars
What is the HS code for Calendars?
The HS code for Calendars is 491000 (Calendars; printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks). The HS code for calendars is 4910.00.
How do I classify Calendars for customs?
Calendars is classified under HS code 491000 — Calendars; printed, of any kind, including calendar blocks. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the material of a calendar affect its HS classification?
No, HS code 4910.00 covers calendars "of any kind," meaning the classification is primarily based on the item's function as a calendar, not the specific material used in its construction. Whether made of paper, cardboard, or even plastic, if its primary purpose is to display dates and it is printed, it falls under this code.
Which countries are the top exporters of calendars (HS 491000)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 491000 (the code used for calendars) 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 calendars (HS 491000)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 491000 (the code used for calendars) 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.
Is the HS code for Calendars the same in all countries?
The base HS code 491000 for Calendars is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for calendars in Brazil?
In Brazil, calendars (HS 491000) is classified under NCM 4910.00.00.