Unbleached Poplar Chemical Wood Pulp from Japan
Unbleached soda or sulfate pulp from poplar (nonconiferous deciduous wood), not dissolving grades. Classified in 4703.19.00.00 for nonconiferous chemical pulps without bleaching. Suited for corrugated medium and linerboard.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct species verification via DNA or botanical analysis if challenged
• Declare exact process (soda/sulfate) in entry docs
• Avoid pitfalls by ensuring pulp is free of chemical brighteners