Eucalyptus Unbleached Sulfite Pulp for Printing Paper from Japan
This nonconiferous unbleached sulfite pulp from fast-growing eucalyptus is used in high-quality printing and writing papers, falling under HTS 4704.19.00.00 as it doesn't qualify as dissolving grades. The sulfite process yields bright, strong fibers suitable for offset printing. Unbleached status preserves natural color for specific paper grades.
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
• Conduct NaOH solubility test per chapter notes to confirm non-dissolving status; retain lab reports for CBP review
• Label shipments clearly as 'unbleached sulfite, nonconiferous' with process and species details