Bleached Acacia Sulfate Pulp for Writing Paper
Bleached sulfate pulp derived from acacia, a non-coniferous hardwood, processed to high whiteness for writing and bond papers. It does not meet dissolving-grade purity thresholds, so it falls under semi-bleached or bleached non-coniferous chemical wood pulp.
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 coniferous (softwood) instead of non-coniferous
Coniferous bleached sulfate pulp is classified separately from non-coniferous.
If the pulp meets dissolving-grade purity (insoluble fraction ≥92%)
Dissolving grades are excluded from heading 47.03 by chapter note 1.
If the pulp is produced by the sulphite process instead of sulfate
Sulphite pulps are classified under heading 47.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pulp's insoluble fraction in 18% NaOH is below 92% to avoid reclassification as dissolving grade
• Keep mill certificates and bleaching process documentation for CBSA verification
• Verify whether the pulp qualifies for duty-free treatment under free trade agreements
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Bleached Acacia Hardwood Pulp
Fully bleached sulfate chemical wood pulp derived from non-coniferous acacia trees, used in premium writing and printing papers. It is not a dissolving grade, as it does not meet the high insoluble fraction thresholds, and is semi-bleached or bleached, placing it under tariff item 4703.29.00.
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Bleached Gmelina Hardwood Pulp
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