Bleached Sulfite Dissolving Wood Pulp for Sponges from Germany
Bleached sulfite pulp meeting dissolving grade standards for regenerated cellulose sponge production, used in household cleaning products. Falls under HTS 4702.00.00.20 due to sulfite process and caustic insolubility metrics. Provides the porous structure base for sponge manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include bleaching process details and purity tests; unbleached claims can shift classification
• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for bulk pulp bales to avoid quarantine issues