HS Code:
The category 'Newspapers appearing less than four times per week' falls under HS Code 4902.10. This category includes printed newspapers, journals, and periodicals that are published less frequently than four times a week. These publications often include specialized content, local news, or niche topics catering to specific audiences. Global trade in this category is influenced by factors such as digitalization, declining print media demand, and regional preferences for physical copies over digital alternatives. Trade primarily involves cross-border distribution to expatriate communities, libraries, and educational institutions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 250 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 60 million
24% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
USD 45 million
18% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 30 million
12% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
USD 25 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 20 million
8% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
3.5%
Highest Rate
10% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local publishers)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU internal trade or NAFTA)
Shift to Digital Media
Significant decline in demand for printed newspapers as consumers increasingly prefer digital subscriptions and online news platforms, reducing trade volumes for physical copies.
2020-2022
Niche Market Growth
Rising demand for specialized periodicals and local newspapers among diaspora communities and academic institutions, partially offsetting the broader decline in trade.
2021-2022
Sustainability Concerns
Increased focus on eco-friendly printing and distribution practices, influencing production costs and trade logistics for printed materials.
2022
The European Union introduced a temporary tariff waiver on imported newspapers and periodicals classified under HS 4902.10 to promote cultural exchange and access to diverse media.
March 2023
Expected to increase trade volumes within the EU by reducing costs for exporters from non-EU countries.
The United States Postal Service announced an increase in international shipping rates for printed materials, affecting the cost of distributing newspapers to overseas markets.
January 2023
Likely to further decrease export volumes from the US as distribution costs rise.
Several Asian countries, including India and Malaysia, have introduced subsidies for publishers transitioning to digital platforms, reducing investment in traditional print media.
September 2022
Anticipated reduction in both production and trade of physical newspapers in the region.