Bought by book publishers and binderies who receive printed sheets for subsequent binding.
HSN code 49011010 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Printed books, in single sheets (not bound), whether or not folded, a book-industry classification for unbound printed matter.
Printed sheets should be shipped flat and dry-protected; book content trade may face import restrictions in some countries based on content — verify no content-based import issues for the destination.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 4901)
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 49011010 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Printed but unbound book sheets are an intermediate product in book manufacturing, shipped to binderies for final assembly rather than sold directly to readers.
HSN 49011010 falls under Chapter 49 and Heading 4901 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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