Unbleached Poplar Chemical Wood Pulp
Unbleached poplar chemical wood pulp is a chemical wood pulp made from poplar, a non-coniferous deciduous wood, using either the soda or sulfate process. It is unbleached and does not meet the dissolving grade criteria, as its insoluble fraction is below the required threshold. This product falls under tariff item 4703.19.00, used in corrugated medium and linerboard production.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pulp were from coniferous wood
Coniferous unbleached chemical pulp is classified under a different tariff item.
If the pulp meets dissolving grade requirements
Dissolving grades are classified under heading 47.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Indicate whether the pulp is produced by the soda or sulfate process, as both are covered under this item
• Verify the non-dissolving grade through solubility testing
• Ensure the wood species is non-coniferous and unbleached to match the tariff item
Related Products under Tariff item 4703.19.00
Unbleached Acacia Sulfate Wood Pulp
Unbleached acacia sulfate wood pulp is a chemical wood pulp produced from acacia hardwood, a non-coniferous species, using the sulfate (kraft) process. It is unbleached and does not meet the dissolving grade criteria outlined in Chapter Note 1, as its insoluble fraction is below the required threshold. This product falls under tariff item 4703.19.00 as unbleached non-coniferous chemical wood pulp, commonly used in sack paper and packaging applications.
Unbleached Beech Sulfate Pulp
Unbleached beech sulfate pulp is a chemical wood pulp derived from beech hardwood, a non-coniferous species, through the sulfate process. It is unbleached and does not qualify as a dissolving grade, as its solubility characteristics do not meet the thresholds in Chapter Note 1. This product is classified under tariff item 4703.19.00, suitable for brown packaging papers and board products.
Unbleached Birch Soda Wood Pulp
Unbleached birch soda wood pulp is a chemical wood pulp made from birch, a non-coniferous hardwood, using the soda process. It is unbleached and does not meet the dissolving grade criteria, as its insoluble fraction is below the 92% threshold for soda pulps. This product falls under tariff item 4703.19.00, used in newsprint and board manufacturing.
Unbleached Eucalyptus Soda Pulp
Unbleached eucalyptus soda pulp is a chemical wood pulp produced from eucalyptus, a non-coniferous hardwood, using the soda process. It is unbleached and does not meet the dissolving grade thresholds, with an insoluble fraction below 92%. This product is classified under tariff item 4703.19.00, commonly used in tissue and specialty paper applications.
Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp
Unbleached hardwood kraft pulp is a chemical wood pulp made from mixed non-coniferous hardwoods such as maple or oak, using the sulfate (kraft) process. It is unbleached and does not qualify as a dissolving grade, as its insoluble fraction is below the 92% threshold. This product falls under tariff item 4703.19.00, used in multi-wall bags and linerboard production.
Unbleached Nonconiferous Sulfate Wood Pulp
Unbleached non-coniferous sulfate wood pulp is a chemical wood pulp produced via the sulfate process from non-coniferous woods like beech or eucalyptus. It is unbleached and does not meet the dissolving grade criteria, with an insoluble fraction below 92% in the specified caustic soda solution. This product is classified under tariff item 4703.19.00, suitable for various paper and packaging applications.