Antique Finish Bible Paper Rolls from Japan
Delicate, coated bible paper with an antique finish in rolls, under 150 g/m², made from chemical wood pulp with kaolin coating, fitting HTS 4810.13.13.00 as India or bible paper for high-end religious texts. Its thin opacity and smooth surface suit offset printing without mechanical fibers.
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
• Include opacity and grammage certifications to prove bible paper specs and prevent duty disputes
• Label shipments clearly as 'India/bible paper rolls' with dimensions to match subheading width requirements
• Watch for printing motifs; if primary, may shift to Chapter 49 per chapter notes