Antique India Paper for Deluxe Bibles
Ultra-thin opaque uncoated paper at 45 g/m² from chemical sulfate fibers, in wide rolls over 15 cm, designed for premium bible editions with high opacity and print sharpness. Classified under HTS 4802.55.30.00 as traditional 'India and bible paper' for its specialized use in religious book printing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing over 150 g/m²
Heavier grammage exceeds the 40-150 g/m² limit, shifting to higher weight subheading.
If coated on both sides
Addition of lightweight coating changes it to coated paper under Chapter 48 heading 4810.
If cut to size sheets for exercise books
Processed into sized sheets or articles falls under heading 4820 for registers and account books.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label with exact grammage and fiber analysis to comply with subheading weight and process requirements
• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with coated papers; uncoated status must be proven for this code
• Include mill certificates showing chemical pulping process to support bible paper classification
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