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NAICSSector 32
U.S. imports of printed books, brochures & similar printed matter (NAICS 323117) totaled $267.7M in July 2026, traded with 109 countries.
Importers of Printed Books, Brochures & Similar Printed Matter paid $6.2M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 8.3% on $74.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Printed Books, Brochures & Similar Printed Matter imports of $267.7M in July 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $240.3M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataBooks, brochures, leaflets, and similar printed matter occupy a duty-favored position in the US tariff schedule, reflecting longstanding policy support for the free flow of information and educational materials. Classification turns on whether the item constitutes a bound book, a single-sheet leaflet, or a multi-page brochure — distinctions that map to different HTS headings under Chapter 49. Importers should also be aware that certain printed matter containing advertising content may be reclassified away from the duty-free book provisions depending on its primary purpose.
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12.6K shipments/mo
National industry 2 of 2 in naics industry 32311
National industry 323117 · $267.7M of $631.6M
Not automatically. Under the HTS, bound books generally receive favorable duty treatment, but brochures, leaflets, and advertising circulars may be classified under different headings with different duty rates depending on their content, format, and binding. A licensed customs broker can confirm the correct heading based on the specific article.
CBP applies a primary-purpose analysis to determine whether a printed piece is an informational publication or an advertising circular. If the dominant function is promoting a product or service, the item may be excluded from book-type headings and classified as printed advertising matter, which can carry a different duty rate. Detailed content review and legal counsel are advisable for borderline cases.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
China and United Kingdom together supply 63% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
destination
Census publishes state breakdowns for NAICS to the 4-digit level only. See NAICS 3231 for those.
entry
Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
ImportsExports
Imports
$267.7MYoY · Pro
Exports
$150.4MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.