Sweet Birch Rough Pulpwood

Roughly squared logs from sweet birch (Betula lenta), bark removed, prepared as pulpwood for paper manufacturing. Classified in HTS 4403.96.0123 as other birch pulpwood in the rough state. Typical shipment in 6-12 foot lengths.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4403.97.00Same rate: 35%

If eucalyptus pulpwood

Eucalyptus has its own 'other' pulpwood subheading.

4701.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If mechanically pulped on-site before export

Mechanical wood pulp classified in Chapter 47.

4405.00.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If shaped for specific turnery but retains pulp quality

Wood roughly shaped for further manufacture under 4405.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct pre-shipment species verification to prevent disputes at entry

Bundle securely to maintain rough condition during ocean transport

Avoid contamination with non-pulpwood species that could alter classification