India Bible Paper 50 gsm

Thin, high-quality uncoated wood-free paper weighing 50 g/m², specifically classified as India and bible paper under HTS 4802.57.30.00 due to its lightweight nature and use in printing fine texts like bibles and religious books. It contains no more than 10% mechanical fibers, making it suitable for high-clarity printing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4802.56.10.00Same rate: 35%

If weighing less than 40 g/m²

Lighter bible paper falls under subheading for under 40 g/m², changing the specific weight-based classification.

4802.58.10.00Same rate: 35%

If exceeding 150 g/m²

Heavier variants exceed the 150 g/m² limit for this subheading and move to higher weight category.

4802.54.10.00Same rate: 35%

If containing more than 10% mechanical fibers

Papers with higher mechanical fiber content are classified under the mechanical/chemi-mechanical heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content certification to confirm less than 10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibers as per HTS criteria

Provide grammage test reports (40-150 g/m²) and ensure no perforation to avoid reclassification