Sulfite Dissolving Pulp for Acetate Tow from China
Specialty sulfite chemical woodpulp for manufacturing cellulose acetate tow used in cigarette filters, with precise dissolving properties per heading 4702 definition. Its high purity ensures efficient acetylation process for fiber production. Key raw material in tobacco industry filtration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit manufacturer specs and third-party assays proving sulfite dissolving compliance during import entry
• Watch for misdeclaration as general pulp; ensure end-use statements if queried by customs
• Bundle with viscosity and brightness certificates to preempt quality-based challenges