HS Code 4810.31 : Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of wood fibers obtained by a chemical process and weighing 150 g/m² or less

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and India (CBIC), Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of wood fibers obtained by a chemical process and weighing 150 g/m² or less is classified under HS 4810.31 (Heading 4810, Chapter 48). The representative IN MFN general duty rate is Free.

Heading 4810 covers Paper and paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin (China clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without a binder, and with no other coating, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size. Subheading 4810.31 specifically isolates Kraft paper and paperboard, other than that of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of wood fibers obtained by a chemical process and weighing 150 g/m² or less. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 4810.

Related subheadings under Heading 4810 include 4810.13, 4810.14, 4810.19, 4810.22, 4810.29, 4810.32, 4810.39, 4810.92. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

Importers require a Bill of Entry (BE) lodged on the ICEGATE portal by a Customs Broker (CHA), active Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT, GSTIN registration, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading.

Yes. Goods originating in ASEAN countries (AIFTA), Japan (IJCEPA), South Korea (IKCEPA), UAE (India-UAE CEPA), or Australia (ECTA) enter India under preferential BCD rates subject to CAROTAR 2020.

Under Courier Imports and Exports (Clearance) Regulations, imported goods valued up to ₹10,000 INR enter India duty-free, while commercial shipments above ₹10,000 require formal ICEGATE entry.

Importers or foreign exporters may apply to the Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR) under Section 28H of the Customs Act, 1962 for a legally binding classification ruling.

India applies a compound stack: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on assessable value, Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) at 10% of BCD, and Integrated GST (IGST) on (assessable value + BCD + SWS). Some goods add AIDC or compensation cess.

Integrated GST (IGST) is levied at 5%, 12%, 18%, or 28% depending on the goods, assessed on the assessable value plus BCD plus SWS. There is no US-style MPF/HMF.

Commercial importers require a 10-digit Import Export Code (IEC) issued by DGFT and a GSTIN registration; entry is lodged as a Bill of Entry on ICEGATE via a Customs Broker (CHA).

Importers claiming FTA preferential BCD rates must satisfy CAROTAR 2020 origin verification, holding a valid Certificate of Origin and supporting production records.

Importers must verify whether anti-dumping, countervailing, or safeguard duties recommended by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) apply to their origin.

Regulated goods may require BIS (ISI) certification, FSSAI clearance for food, or other line-ministry NOCs prior to customs release.