HTS 4901.99.00.40: US import duty from China
Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Other, Bibles, testaments, prayer books and other religious books. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 7.5% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 7.5% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $750.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $10,797.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 4901.99.00.40 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 4901.99.00.40 (Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Other, Bibles, testaments, prayer books and other religious books) have a duty of 7.5% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 4901.99.00.40 cover?
Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Other, Bibles, testaments, prayer books and other religious books. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 4901.99.00.40 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $10,797, about 8% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 4901
- 4901.10.00.20Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, In single sheets, whether or not folded, Reproduction proofs
- 4901.10.00.40Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, In single sheets, whether or not folded, Other
- 4901.91.00.20Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Dictionaries and encyclopedias, and serial installments thereof, Dictionaries (including thesauruses)
- 4901.91.00.40Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Dictionaries and encyclopedias, and serial installments thereof, Encyclopedias
- 4901.99.00.10Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Textbooks
- 4901.99.00.20Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Bound newspapers, journals and periodicals provided for in Legal Note 3 to this chapter
- 4901.99.00.30Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Directories
- 4901.99.00.50Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, Other, Other, Other, Technical, scientific and professional books
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.