Product classification
HS code for Daily newspapers: 4902.10
Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, appearing at least four times a week.
Classification of daily newspapers under HS 4902.10
Daily newspapers are classified under HS code 490210. This classification is part of Chapter 49, which covers printed books, newspapers, pictures, and other products of the printing industry. Heading 4902 is specifically for newspapers, journals, and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material. The sub-heading 490210 is restricted to those publications that appear at least four times a week. The classification is based on the frequency of publication and the nature of the content, which typically focuses on current events, news, and editorial commentary. This code applies to the physical printed version of the newspaper, regardless of the language or the specific subject matter, provided the periodicity requirement is met.
- Covers
- Daily morning newspapers
- Evening news publications
- Daily financial and business newspapers
- National and local dailies
- Tabloids published at least four times weekly
- Also under 4902.10
- The New York Times
- The Wall Street Journal
- The Guardian
- Financial Times
- Le Monde
- USA Today
- The Times of India
Codes often confused with 4902.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for daily newspapers is HS code 490290, which is the category for newspapers and periodicals appearing less than four times a week, such as weekly magazines or monthly journals. Another error involves HS code 4901, which covers printed books and brochures; however, 4902 is the more specific heading for serial publications. Additionally, advertising supplements that are imported separately from the newspaper may be misclassified here, but they should generally be classified under 491110 (trade advertising material) if they are not an integral part of the newspaper at the time of import.
Top exporters and importers of HS 490210 (the code used for daily newspapers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 490210 (the code used for daily newspapers) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 31% 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 490210, not only daily newspapers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $25M 21% of world exports
- 2 France $23M 19% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $13M 10% of world exports
World total: $119M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Ireland $41M 31% of world imports
- 2 Switzerland $12M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $11M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $132M 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 daily newspapers
Brazil classifies daily newspapers under NCM 4902.10.00: HS 4902.10 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.
Questions about daily newspapers
What is the HS code for Daily newspapers?
The HS code for Daily newspapers is 490210 (Newspapers, journals and periodicals; whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, appearing at least four times a week). The HS code for daily newspapers appearing at least four times a week is 490210.
How do I classify Daily newspapers for customs?
Daily newspapers is classified under HS code 490210 — Newspapers, journals and periodicals; whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, appearing at least four times a week. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include Sunday-only editions?
No, a Sunday-only edition would typically fall under 490290 because it does not meet the requirement of appearing at least four times a week, unless it is imported as part of a daily subscription set.
Which countries are the top exporters of daily newspapers (HS 490210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 490210 (the code used for daily newspapers) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($25M, 21% of world exports), France ($23M) and the United Kingdom ($13M). World exports came to about $119M, 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 daily newspapers (HS 490210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 490210 (the code used for daily newspapers) in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($41M, 31% of world imports), Switzerland ($12M) and Portugal ($11M). World imports came to about $132M, 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 Daily newspapers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 490210 for Daily newspapers 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 daily newspapers in Brazil?
In Brazil, daily newspapers (HS 490210) is classified under NCM 4902.10.00.