Bleached Nonconiferous Sulfate Wood Pulp (Hardwood)
This is semibleached or bleached chemical sulfate wood pulp derived from nonconiferous hardwood species like eucalyptus or beech, excluding dissolving grades with high insoluble fractions. It meets the criteria for heading 4703 as it's non-dissolving grade, semibleached/bleached, and nonconiferous. Primarily used in producing high-quality printing and writing papers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sourced from coniferous trees like pine or fir
Coniferous wood pulp, even if semibleached/bleached and non-dissolving, falls under 4703.21.00 due to tree species classification.
If dissolving grades with insoluble fraction ≥92% for sulfate pulp
High-purity dissolving grades shift to Chapter 47 heading 4702 based on solubility test in caustic soda.
If mechanically processed rather than chemically with soda/sulfate
Mechanical wood pulp (e.g., groundwood) uses different processing, classified under 4701 regardless of bleaching.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify pulp meets semibleached/bleached standards (Kappa number <20 for semibleached, brightness >70% for bleached) via lab certification to avoid misclassification
• Provide detailed chemical process documentation (soda/sulfate method) and species origin (e.g
• eucalyptus) as nonconiferous proof during customs entry
Related Products under HTS 4703.29.00
High-Brightness Bleached Eucalyptus Pulp
Premium bleached nonconiferous sulfate pulp from eucalyptus with >85% brightness, for supercalendered papers. Fits 4703.29.00 as bleached, non-dissolving chemical pulp from hardwoods. Excels in high-gloss printing applications.
Semibleached Aspen Chemical Pulp
Semibleached sulfate wood pulp from nonconiferous aspen, suited for newsprint and wrapping papers. Under 4703.29.00 for its process, grade, and wood type per HTS notes. Cost-effective with adequate strength properties.
Bleached Birch Soda Pulp
Bleached soda process pulp from nonconiferous birch hardwood, used in tissue and towel grades. 4703.29.00 classification for bleached non-dissolving nonconiferous chemical pulp. Soft and absorbent fibers ideal for personal care products.
Bleached Gmelina Hardwood Pulp
Bleached sulfate pulp from nonconiferous gmelina arborea, for printing and writing applications. HTS 4703.29.00 as standard bleached nonconiferous non-dissolving pulp. Fast-growing source with good pulp yield.
Semibleached Eucalyptus Sulfate Pulp
Semibleached chemical sulfate pulp from nonconiferous eucalyptus wood, suitable for tissue and packaging papers, not meeting dissolving grade purity. Classified under 4703.29.00 for its nonconiferous origin, semibleaching process, and non-dissolving properties. Offers balanced strength and brightness for mid-grade paper production.
Bleached Acacia Hardwood Pulp
Fully bleached sulfate chemical wood pulp from nonconiferous acacia trees, used in premium writing and printing papers. Falls under HTS 4703.29.00 as semibleached/bleached, non-dissolving nonconiferous pulp per solubility and ash tests. Known for high brightness and smooth fiber quality.