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Douglas Fir Sulfite Chemical Pulp Unbleached from Japan

Unbleached chemical wood pulp from Douglas fir (coniferous) using sulfite method, non-dissolving with standard solubility, under HTS 4704.11.00.00. Suitable for sack papers and multiwall bags. Matches hierarchy: chemical sulfite, unbleached, coniferous.

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

• Pulp sample testing for process confirmation; avoid ash >0.15% confusion with dissolving notes

• Segregate shipments by bleaching status

• Use heat-treated pallets for phytosanitary compliance