Semi-bleached Coniferous Soda Wood Pulp Sheets from Canada
Semi-bleached coniferous chemical wood pulp produced via the soda process, supplied in sheet form for papermaking. It falls under HTS 4703.21.0020 as it is semi-bleached (bleach content between fully unbleached and fully bleached), coniferous, and not dissolving grade (insoluble fraction below 92%). Used primarily in manufacturing printing and writing papers.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify bleach level via ISO 302 test to confirm semi-bleached status (kappa number 8-18); obtain certificate of analysis from supplier
• Ensure coniferous species documentation (e.g
• pine, fir) to avoid reclassification
• Watch for moisture content declarations to prevent duty disputes