Semi-bleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp
Kraft (sulfate) process semi-bleached pulp from mixed non-coniferous hardwoods like birch and maple. Primarily for graphic papers, its semi-bleached nature and non-dissolving specs match HTS 4703.29.00.20.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bleached non-coniferous
Full bleaching process elevates it to bleached subcategory 4703.21.00.40.
If sulfite process instead of sulfate
Different cooking chemistry (sulfite vs sulfate) uses heading 4704.
If made into uncoated writing paper
Conversion to paper form (e.g., reels) shifts to Chapter 48 paper headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify based on dominant species; ensure >50% non-coniferous content declaration
• Test for residual lignin (kappa number) to distinguish from fully bleached grades
• Prepare for CBP pulp sampling; maintain chain-of-custody records from mill
Related Products under HTS 4703.29.00.20
Semi-bleached Non-coniferous Soda Wood Pulp
This is semi-bleached chemical wood pulp produced via the soda process from non-coniferous trees like poplar or eucalyptus, excluding dissolving grades. It undergoes partial bleaching to achieve a brightness level typically between 50-70% ISO, classifying it under HTS 4703.29.00.20 due to its semi-bleached status and non-coniferous origin.
Semi-bleached Eucalyptus Sulfate Pulp
Semi-bleached sulfate process wood pulp from eucalyptus (non-coniferous hardwood), used in tissue and printing paper production. Its partial chemical bleaching and non-dissolving grade purity place it precisely in HTS 4703.29.00.20.
Semi-bleached Poplar Chemical Wood Pulp
Chemical soda or sulfate pulp from poplar trees, semi-bleached for medium-grade printing and writing papers. Non-coniferous origin and partial delignification exclude it from dissolving grades, fitting HTS 4703.29.00.20.
Semi-bleached Acacia Sulfate Wood Pulp
Sulfate-processed semi-bleached pulp from acacia hardwood (non-coniferous), suited for packaging and specialty papers. Its intermediate bleaching level and chemical purity align with HTS 4703.29.00.20 specifications.