Poplar Sulfite Wood Pulp Unbleached for Packaging from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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