HS code for magazines

HS code

4902.90

US tariff lines

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Newspapers and periodicals appearing less than four times a week, including magazines, are 4902.90.

US tariff lines under 4902.90

US HTS code	Description	General duty
4902.90.10	Newspaper supplements printed by a gravure process	Free
4902.90.20	Other 3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 4902.90.20.20 — Newspapers appearing less than four times per week 4902.90.20.40 — Other business and professional journals and periodicals (including single issues tied together for shipping purposes) 4902.90.20.60 — Other (including single issues tied together for shipping purposes)	Free

Import duty on magazines by country

Import into the US

Free

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for magazines?

The international HS code for magazines is 4902.90. Newspapers and periodicals appearing less than four times a week, including magazines, are 4902.90.

Q2What is the US import duty on magazines?

It depends on the exact line: 2 US tariff lines sit under 4902.90, with general rates of Free. The table on this page lists each one. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for magazines?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 4902.90 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (4902.90) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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