Bleached Mechanical Pulp (BMP) Aspen from Japan
BMP from hardwood undergoes mechanical pulping followed by peroxide bleaching for whiteness in hygiene papers without full chemical delignification. Yield remains high (90%+). Still mechanical woodpulp per HTS 4701.00.00.00 as bleaching doesn't change process classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify bleaching agent (hydrogen peroxide only) to differentiate from chemical pulp bleaches like chlorine
• Lab reports showing post-bleach lignin >15% confirm mechanical status
• Avoid 'fully bleached' terminology that suggests chemical grades