Code 4901 99 00 · Subheading 4901 99
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This is a complete 8-digit customs code. There is no further code choice to make below it.
This code covers printed books, brochures and similar printed matter. It does not cover single sheets, dictionaries, encyclopaedias, newspapers, periodicals or publications mainly used for advertising.
For example
Official tariff text
Printed books, brochures and similar printed matter (excl. those in single sheets; dictionaries, encyclopaedias, periodicals and publications which are essentially devoted to advertising)
Classification complete
4901 99 00
The spaces only make the code easier to read. Customs declarations normally use the unspaced form, 49019900.
Besides the ordinary duty, the EU records these kinds of measure against this code. They are listed as signals only: whether one applies to your goods can depend on where they come from, who produced them, the exact product and the documents you present. No amounts are worked out here.
Preferential rates exist for goods originating in United Kingdom and United States. Whether you can use one depends on the origin rules for the goods and on the documentation you can show.
Check this code in the official EU TARIC databaseImport restrictions are recorded for goods originating in Iraq; Syria; Ukraine; North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea); Iran, Islamic Republic of; Libya; any country except Iran, Islamic Republic of; Belarus; 1 more origin.
Document or certificate conditions are recorded. Customs may ask for:
What Norwegian customs charges when goods like these are imported into Norway.
49.01.9901
Picture books/luxury books in the size of at least 18 x 25 cm
49.01.9902
Nonfiction books (Educational books) and other professional books
49.01.9903
Fiction (novels, short stories, poetry etc.)
49.01.9904
Other
49.01.9905
Nonfiction books (Educational books) and other professional books
49.01.9909
Other
Contains data from Norwegian Customs (data.toll.no), licensed under CC BY 4.0, adapted for display.
What UK customs charges when goods like these are imported into the UK.
4901 99 00 00
Other
These rates apply in Great Britain. Different rules may apply for goods entering Northern Ireland.
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Source: UK Department for Business and Trade (data.api.trade.gov.uk).
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The code can be right while what you pay still changes, because of where the goods come from, when they arrive, or extra EU measures.
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Duty rates shown here are estimates, read from official EU / Danish, Norwegian and UK tariff data for orientation only. Confirm the current rate with SKAT, TARIC, Norwegian Customs or the UK Online Trade Tariff before you file. The rate you pay can also depend on the country of origin. These are base customs duties only: import VAT, excise duties, anti-dumping duties and safeguard or quota measures are not included.
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