Unbleached Acacia Sulfate Wood Pulp from Germany
Sulfate process pulp from acacia hardwood (nonconiferous), unbleached, non-dissolving grade per chapter notes. HTS 4703.19.00.00 applies for its chemical woodpulp characteristics from non-softwood sources. Common in sack paper and specialty kraft applications.
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
• Provide lignin content and kappa number reports to affirm unbleached status
• Certify acacia origin to avoid coniferous misclassification
• Common pitfall: incorrect insoluble fraction testing leading to dissolving grade disputes