India Bible Paper for Religious Texts

Thin, high-opacity paper specifically designed for printing Bibles and other religious books, weighing under 150 g/m² with kaolin coating on one or both sides. Classified under HTS 4810.14.13.00 as 'India or bible paper' due to its lightweight nature, minimal mechanical fiber content (≤10%), and sheet dimensions with one side ≤435 mm and the other ≤297 mm, one side >360 mm and other >150 mm. Ideal for high-page-count books requiring durability and readability.

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.

4810.14.19.00Same rate: 35%

If weighing over 150 g/m²

Weight threshold determines subheading; exceeds bible paper limit but still meets other printing paper criteria.

4802.54.10.00Same rate: 35%

If no kaolin or inorganic coating applied

Uncoated printing paper falls in Chapter 48 heading 4802, lacking the required surface coating.

4811.90.80Same rate: 35%

If sold in rolls instead of specified sheets

Form factor shifts classification; rolls of coated paper go to heading 4811, not sheet-specific 4810.14.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content lab tests to confirm ≤10% mechanical fibers; retain certificates for CBP review

Measure sheet dimensions precisely in unfolded state to match 435x297 mm max with specified excesses

Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as uncoated paper (4802); ensure kaolin coating documentation

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