Fir Bleached Chemical Pulp
Bleached chemical pulp from fir trees, a coniferous species, produced via soda or sulfate processes for tissue and towel production. It is not a dissolving grade and is semi-bleached or bleached, falling under tariff item 4703.21.00.
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 is unbleached
Unbleached fir chemical pulp is classified under a different item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish the pulping process (soda or sulfate) in your documentation
• Confirm the pulp is not dissolving grade per chapter note 1
• Ensure the bleaching level is clearly stated to avoid misclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 4703.21.00
Balsam Fir Bleached Pulp
Bleached chemical wood pulp derived from balsam fir, a coniferous species, produced via the sulfate (kraft) process. It is semi-bleached or bleached and is not a dissolving grade, meeting the criteria for tariff item 4703.21.00.
Bleached Coniferous Softwood Kraft Pulp
Semi-bleached or bleached chemical wood pulp produced from coniferous trees using the sulfate (kraft) process, excluding dissolving grades. It meets the criteria for heading 4703 as it is not of dissolving quality, making it classifiable under tariff item 4703.21.00.
Bleached Pine Chemical Woodpulp
Bleached chemical wood pulp from pine trees, a coniferous species, produced via the sulfate process. It is bleached to high whiteness for packaging and hygiene papers and is not a dissolving grade, falling under tariff item 4703.21.00.
Douglas Fir Sulfate Pulp Bleached
Bleached chemical pulp from Douglas fir, a coniferous species, produced via the sulfate process for containerboard. It is semi-bleached or bleached and not a dissolving grade, qualifying for tariff item 4703.21.00.
Hemlock Bleached Kraft Pulp
Bleached sulfate pulp from western hemlock, a coniferous species, for newsprint and lightweight papers. It is semi-bleached or bleached and not a dissolving grade, qualifying for tariff item 4703.21.00.
Jack Pine Sulfate Pulp Bleached
Bleached chemical pulp from jack pine, a coniferous species, produced via the sulfate process for newsprint. It is semi-bleached or bleached and not a dissolving grade, falling under tariff item 4703.21.00.