High-Alpha Cellulose Sulfite Pulp for Cellophane from Japan
Sulfite woodpulp engineered for cellophane film production, featuring dissolving grade purity with low ash and high alpha-cellulose content for transparent regenerated films. Classified under 4702.00.00.20 for its sulfite process and meeting the legal definition of dissolving pulp. Essential for packaging and wrapping materials.
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
• Provide NaOH insolubility test results from accredited labs; importers often face challenges without standardized testing protocols
• Label shipments clearly as 'sulfite dissolving grade' with batch purity data to facilitate customs clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of generic 'wood pulp' declarations, which may lead to higher duties under other subheadings