Chapter 97 covers works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques, including paintings, sculptures, prints, stamps, antiques, etc. Goods in this chapter usually have artistic, historical or collectible value, distinct from ordinary traded goods. HS Chapter 97 is divided into several headings, such as 9701 for paintings, 9702 for prints and printed pictures, 9703 for sculptures, 9704 for stamps, 9705 for collectors' pieces, and 9706 for antiques. Import and export of goods in this chapter often involves regulation of cultural and artistic works, requiring attention to permits, cultural relic authentication and other requirements. Heading 9702 specifically refers to prints and printed pictures, i.e., works of art produced by printmaking techniques (such as woodcut, copperplate, lithograph, silkscreen, etc.) or printing methods. It includes artists' original prints, limited edition prints, printed pictures, etc., but must meet conditions such as hand-made or participation, limited numbering, and artist's signature. It does not include mass-produced commercial printed matter, posters, reproduced pictures, etc. This heading is subdivided into subheading 9702.00, with no further subheading divisions. The first 2 digits '97' represent Chapter 97: Works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques. The 3rd-4th digits '02' represent heading 9702: Prints and printed pictures. The 5th-6th digits '00' indicate that there is no further subheading subdivision under this heading, and all prints and printed pictures are classified under 9702.00. Therefore, the complete code is 9702.00, totaling 6 digits. When declaring, note that some countries may add subdivisions in 10-digit codes, but at the international HS level it only goes to 6 digits. When classifying, ensure the goods meet the definition of prints, rather than ordinary printed matter. This commodity is classified under 9702 rather than 9701 (paintings) or 4911 (other printed matter), because prints and printed pictures are works of art created through printmaking techniques or printing methods, with artistic features such as limited edition and signature, while 9701 is directly hand-painted paintings, and 4911 is commercial printed matter. 9702 emphasizes artistic originality and limited edition, different from mass-reproduced printed matter. Therefore, prints with artistic value should be classified under 9702.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'limited edition print', 'artist-signed print', etc., which must accurately reflect the nature of the commodity. Production method: Explain the printmaking technique, such as woodcut, copperplate, lithograph, silkscreen printing, etc., and whether it is hand-made. Whether limited edition: Indicate whether it is a limited edition, such as 'limited to 50 editions', and provide edition numbering information. Artist name: Fill in the name of the artist who created the print, which must be consistent with the signature. Whether signed: Indicate whether the print has the artist's handwritten signature, usually on the edge or back of the image. Dimensions: Declare the specific dimensions of the print (length × width, in centimeters), including image size and paper size. Year of creation: Fill in the year the print was created or printed, which helps determine whether it is an antique or contemporary work. Whether framed: Indicate whether the print is mounted and framed, affecting packaging and transportation methods. Product name: Limited edition print 'Starry Sky'; Production method: Copperplate engraving, hand-printed; Whether limited edition: Yes, limited to 50 editions, numbered 12/50; Artist name: Zhang San; Whether signed: Yes, pencil signature in the lower right corner; Dimensions: image 30cm×40cm, paper 50cm×70cm; Year of creation: 2020; Whether framed: No. Declaring commercial printed matter as prints, without providing proof of limited edition, signature, etc. The production method is filled in too simply, such as only writing 'printing', without specifying the specific technique. The artist's name is inconsistent with the signature, or a pen name is used without noting it.

The core basis for classification is whether the commodity belongs to prints and printed pictures. According to HS notes, 9702 includes prints entirely hand-made or produced with the participation of the artist, such as woodcuts, copperplates, lithographs, etc., and usually limited edition and with the artist's signature. If it is a mass-printed commercial poster or reproduced picture, it should be classified under 4911. In addition, if the print is an antique (over 100 years old), it may be classified under 9706. Therefore, factors such as production method, limited edition, signature, and age must be comprehensively considered. 9701 Paintings: 9701 is paintings directly hand-painted by the artist, such as oil paintings, watercolors, etc., while 9702 is prints produced through printmaking techniques or printing methods; the production processes are different. 4911 Other printed matter: 4911 is commercial printed matter, such as posters, advertising pictures, reproduced pictures, etc., usually unlimited and without artist's signature, while 9702 is artistic prints, with limited edition and signature. 9703 Sculptures: 9703 is three-dimensional sculpture works, while 9702 is two-dimensional prints; their forms and production methods are different. 9706 Antiques: 9706 is antiques over 100 years old. If a print is an antique with historical value, it should be classified under 9706, not 9702. 9705 Collectors' pieces: 9705 is collectors' pieces with zoological, botanical, mineralogical or other value; prints are usually not classified here. Is it a print originally created or produced with the participation of the artist? Is it limited edition and numbered? Does it have the artist's handwritten signature? Is the production method a printmaking technique? Is it over 100 years old and possibly classifiable as an antique?

How to determine whether a picture is a print or a painting? Prints are indirectly produced through printmaking techniques (such as woodcut, copperplate, lithograph, etc.), usually with edition numbering and artist's signature; paintings are directly painted by the artist, such as oil paintings and watercolors. If the image has pressure marks or dot patterns characteristic of prints, and has limited edition numbering, it is a print. What additional documents are required to import limited edition prints? Usually, a certificate of artist's signature, edition proof, certificate of originality, etc. are required to prove that it is an artistic print. Some countries also require an import license from the cultural department. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs in advance. Can commercially printed posters be classified under 9702? No. Commercially printed posters are usually unlimited and without artist's signature, belonging to mass-printed matter, and should be classified under 4911. 9702 applies only to limited edition prints with artistic value. Does importing a framed print affect classification? Classification is based on the print itself; the frame does not affect the HS code, but the frame must be indicated during declaration for customs inspection. If the frame itself is of high value, it may need to be declared separately. Under which code should prints over 100 years old be classified? If a print is over 100 years old and has historical value, it may be classified under 9706 as an antique. However, note that 9706 requires antiques, while 9702 has no age limit. The specific classification depends on customs determination. If the artist's signature is printed, can it be classified under 9702? A handwritten signature is usually required. If the signature is printed, it may be regarded as commercial printed matter and classified under 4911. However, if the artist participated in the production and recognized it, it may still be classified under 9702, with proof required. How to declare the HS code for prints sold via cross-border e-commerce? It should be declared as 9702.00, and provide elements such as product name, production method, limited edition information, artist name, etc. If it is a reproduction, it should be declared as 4911. It is recommended to keep documents such as the artist's signature certificate for inspection. Are there further subdivisions under 9702? In the international HS code, there is no further subdivision under 9702; all are 9702.00. However, some countries may subdivide in 10-digit codes, such as 9702.00.00 in the US HTSUS. The specific code is subject to the customs of the destination country.