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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4703.21.00.40Same rate: 25%

If bleached non-coniferous

Full bleaching process elevates it to bleached subcategory 4703.21.00.40.

4704.29.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If sulfite process instead of sulfate

Different cooking chemistry (sulfite vs sulfate) uses heading 4704.

4802.55.10.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

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

β€’ Classify based on dominant species; ensure >50% non-coniferous content declaration

β€’ Test for residual lignin (kappa number) to distinguish from fully bleached grades

β€’ Prepare for CBP pulp sampling; maintain chain-of-custody records from mill