High Alpha Cellulose Dissolving Pulp (Eucalyptus) from China
Eucalyptus-based sulfate dissolving pulp with over 93% alpha cellulose, tested insoluble ≥92% for viscose staple fiber production. Falls under HTS 4702.00.00 as chemical woodpulp meeting dissolving grade standards. Popular in Asia for sustainable textile fiber manufacturing.
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
• Specify hardwood/softwood and brightness levels in docs; eucalyptus often needs REACH compliance for EU imports
• Batch-test for consistency; variations can lead to partial reclassification