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HSChapter 49
U.S. imports of children's picture, drawing & coloring books (HS 490300) totaled $33.3M in April 2026, traded with 38 countries.
Importers of Children's Picture, Drawing & Coloring Books paid $822K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $8.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataDesigned specifically for juvenile audiences, children's picture, drawing, and coloring books enter the US under a single tariff line (4903000000) that is duty-free, making price competition among suppliers especially sharp. China is the dominant source, with Vietnam and Malaysia also significant — a concentration that has drawn scrutiny given Section 301 tariff exposure on Chinese-origin printed matter; importers should verify current Section 301 applicability for this heading. India and Italy round out the top supplier group, offering alternative sourcing for publishers seeking to diversify away from East Asian production.
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Printed books, including children's coloring and picture books, have generally been excluded from Section 301 tariff lists, but the scope of exclusions and list coverage has changed over time. Importers should confirm the current Section 301 status of HTS 4903000000 with a licensed customs broker before finalizing sourcing decisions, as the regulatory landscape continues to evolve.
Children's picture, drawing, and coloring books (4903000000) are characterized by their primary purpose of pictorial engagement or creative activity for children. Educational workbooks with substantial instructional text may instead classify under Chapter 49 headings covering printed books or educational materials. The ratio of pictures to text and the intended use are key factors CBP considers; a binding ruling is advisable for hybrid products.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4903000000 | CHILDREN'S PICTURE, DRAWING OR COLORING BOOKS | $33.3M | 9.99% | $822K |
CHILDREN'S PICTURE, DRAWING OR COLORING BOOKS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4903000000 | CHILDREN'S PICTURE, DRAWING OR COLORING BOOKS | $2.9M |
CHILDREN'S PICTURE, DRAWING OR COLORING BOOKS
1.1M no
PRINTED BOOKS, BROCHURES, ETC., NESOI
HS 490199
PRINTED MATTER, NESOI
HS 491199
PICTURES, DESIGNS AND PHOTOGRAPHS, PRINTED
HS 491191
TRADE ADVERTISING MATERIAL, COMMERCIAL CATALOG ETC
HS 491110
PRINTED OR ILLUST POST CARDS, GREETING CARDS, ETC.
HS 490900
PRINTED BOOKS/BROCHURES/LEAFLETS ETC,SINGLE SHEETS
HS 490110
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $5.9M | $146K | -$5.7M |
| Indiana | $5.0M | $780K | -$4.2M |
| Illinois | $4.3M | $79K | -$4.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $8.2M | -- | -$8.2M |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $8.1M | $14K | -$8.1M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $5.0M | $18K | -$5.0M |