Bibles and Hymnals Paper 34 gsm Rolls from Japan
India paper grade uncoated at 34 g/m² in rolls, chemical pulp for thin bibles, prayer books, and hymnals requiring high opacity. HTS 4802.54.61.00 due to writing/printing use, sub-40 g/m² weight, and no mechanical fibers. Specialized for religious text printing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify opacity levels (ISO 2471) to confirm printing suitability if questioned
• Avoid sulfite process if over 40% as that defines 4805.30 wrapping paper
• Declare fiber origin (e.g
• sulfate) matching chapter exclusions