Harmonized System Code Classification

The first two digits of the HS code "49" represent books, printed matter, maps, and plans.

Specifically, this classification includes the following:

• Books: Including various types of books, such as novels, textbooks, and professional books.
• Printed matter: Including posters, brochures, calendars, postcards, stickers, etc.
• Maps and plans: Including various types of maps, nautical charts, architectural drawings, etc.

Reason for classification:

This classification is based on the physical form and purpose of the goods. These goods are produced using printing technology and are mainly used for information transmission, education, entertainment, and record-keeping. They all belong to printed products made of paper or similar materials, and thus are classified under Chapter 49.

If you want to know more specific HS codes, such as 4901 (books), please provide more detailed coding information.

The first four digits explanation: 4905

Various maps and hydrographic or similar charts, including map books, wall maps, topographic maps, and globes, printed matter.

6-digit explanation: HS code: 4905.20

Classification: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts, various types, including map books, wall maps, topographic maps, and globes, printed matter.

Specific meaning: Refers to maps and hydrographic or similar charts printed in book form.

8-10 digit explanation: HS code: 4905200000

Classification: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts, including map books, wall maps, topographic maps, and globes, printed matter.

Explanation: Refers to maps and hydrographic or similar charts printed in book form, including map books, wall maps, topographic maps, and globes.

Examples of products: - Map books - Wall maps - Topographic maps - Globes - Hydrographic charts - Atlases - Educational maps for children - Tourist maps - Historical maps - Road maps