Bleached Mechanical Pulp (BMP) Aspen from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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