Children's picture, drawing or coloring books
1 declarable lines
Heading 4903 covers children's picture, drawing or coloring books. It has one declarable line, 4903.00.00.00, and the general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
Products in this heading
- Children's coloring books
- Children's drawing books
- Children's picture books
- Children's activity books with coloring pages
- Children's dot-to-dot drawing books
- Children's paint-with-water picture books
How to choose the right subheading
- Intended user: confirm the item is a children's book, not a general adult book.
- Content: confirm it has picture, drawing or coloring pages.
- Format: confirm it is a book or book-like item, not a card, calendar or transfer.
- Line structure: 4903 has one declarable line, 4903.00.00.00, so there is no subheading choice within the heading.
Often confused with
- Heading 4901General printed books and brochures
These are printed books and similar matter, not children's picture, drawing or coloring books.
- Heading 4909Printed postcards and greeting cards
Printed cards are classified outside the children's book heading.
- Heading 4910Printed calendars
Calendars are a separate printed product.
- Heading 4908Decalcomanias
Transfers are covered by their own heading.
- Heading 4911Printed photographs
Printed pictures and photographs fall under other printed matter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for children's coloring books?
Children's picture, drawing or coloring books are classified under 4903.00.00.00. The general (MFN) rate for that line is Free.
What is the duty on children's drawing books?
The declarable line for children's drawing books is 4903.00.00.00. Its general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify a children's picture book?
Classify it in 4903.00.00.00 when it is a children's picture, drawing or coloring book. The general (MFN) rate for 4903.00.00.00 is Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.