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Harmonized System 2022

HS Code 4909.00

Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings

US import duty Free
EU import duty Look up in TARIC
Chapter 49 — Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading 4909 — Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings

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What HS code 4909.00 covers

HS code 4909.00 classifies printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings. It is a subheading of heading 4909 (Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings), in chapter 49 (Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans), section X of the Harmonized System. These six digits are identical in every country that uses the HS.

Classification path

Section X
Chapter 49 Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans
Heading 4909 Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings
Subheading 4909.00 Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings

Import duty for 4909.00

United States Free

Base MFN rate only. Section 301 and 2025 IEEPA tariffs can stack on top for goods from China.

Source: HTSUS / CBP

European Union Look up in TARIC

Erga-omnes (third-country) MFN rate. Import VAT of 17 to 27 percent by country, and any anti-dumping measures, apply separately.

Source: TARIC

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A 6-digit subheading still covers a range of products. The wrong code at the border can mean overpaying duty, a delayed shipment, or a penalty. Describe your exact item and HS Mate confirms whether 4909.00 is right, with the duty rate and an audit trail your customs broker can accept.

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