Poplar Sulfite Wood Pulp Unbleached for Packaging

Unbleached nonconiferous sulfite pulp from poplar trees, suitable for corrugated packaging and boxboard under HTS 4704.19.00.00, excluding dissolving grades. Provides economical fiber for medium-density boards. Poplar's fast growth makes it a sustainable choice for this pulp type.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4701.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If mechanical wood pulp from poplar

Pure mechanical grinding of poplar yields pulp in 4701, without chemical sulfite digestion.

4804.11.00.00Same rate: 35%

If converted to kraftliner paper

Once formed into sack kraft paper, it becomes a finished paper product under Chapter 48.

4704Same rate: 35%

If coniferous sulfite equivalent

Same specs from coniferous sources like fir classify under 4704.39, split by wood type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document poplar as nonconiferous with botanical verification to differentiate from softwoods

• Ensure ash content records available, as exceeding limits could trigger sulfite dissolving grade scrutiny

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