India Bible Paper 50gsm A4 Sheets
Thin, high-quality uncoated bible paper weighing 50 g/m², supplied in A4 sheets (210x297 mm) with one side exceeding 150 mm and the other exceeding 360 mm in unfolded state if considering trim size. Classified under HTS 4802.56.30.00 as India and bible paper due to its lightweight, opaque nature from chemical wood fibers (≤10% mechanical), ideal for fine printing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If >10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibers
Papers with higher mechanical fiber content fall under 4802.55, not qualifying as 'India and bible paper'.
If newsprint-grade with ≥50% mechanical fibers
Newsprint-like paper shifts to Chapter 48 heading 4811 for printing grades with mechanical pulp.
If cut to specific non-standard sizes for retail sale
Processed sheets not for graphic purposes may classify as other paper articles under 4823.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify basis weight (40-150 g/m²) and sheet dimensions via lab testing to confirm 4802.56.30.00 classification
• Provide mill certificates showing ≤10% mechanical/chemi-mechanical fibers to avoid reclassification to 4802.55
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