India Bible Paper 30 gsm from China

Thin, high-quality uncoated wood-free paper weighing 30 g/m², specifically produced as India and bible paper for printing religious texts and fine books. It falls under HTS 4802.54.20.00 due to its lightweight nature (less than 40 g/m²), large sheet or roll format, and classification as India and bible paper not containing mechanical fibers. This paper is prized for its opacity and printability in bibles and prayer books.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content certification to confirm less than 10% mechanical fibers, as required for heading 4802, to avoid reclassification

Provide mill test reports proving weight under 40 g/m² and dimensions exceeding 15 cm x 36 cm in unfolded state

Label shipments clearly as 'India/Bible Paper' and include end-use documentation for printing to prevent customs disputes