Single-sheet printed matter from India

India exported $316 million of single-sheet printed matter (HS 4901.10) in FY2025-26, up 1.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 20% for goods from China.

US duty from India
10%China 20%
India's exports, FY2025-26
$316MUp 1.0% on last year
HS code
4901.10Page updated 6 Nov 2026

US import duty, India vs China

India 10%
China 20%

India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.

The US tariff line
HTS lineDescriptionBaseIndiaChina
4901.10.00 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets: In single sheets, whether or not folded Free 10% 20%

Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.

India's exports of single-sheet printed matter

FY2022-23 $275 million
FY2023-24 $311 million
FY2024-25 $313 million
FY2025-26 $316 million

India's exports to all countries under HS 4901.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.

Rules and other duties

EU base duty
The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 4901.10 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
RoDTEP
India's schedule lists 1.1% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
India's export policy
Free to export, with no licence needed.

Common questions

What is the US import duty on single-sheet printed matter from India?

10% on the US tariff line for this code, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.

What is the HS code for single-sheet printed matter?

4901.10, under heading 4901 (Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.

Does India export single-sheet printed matter?

Yes. India exported $316 million under HS 4901.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.