Unbleached Nonconiferous Sulfite Wood Pulp for Paper Production from Japan
This is unbleached chemical woodpulp produced via the sulfite process from nonconiferous trees like beech or eucalyptus, with an insoluble fraction below 88% after the specified caustic soda test, classifying it as other than dissolving grades under HTS 4704.19.00.00. It is primarily used in manufacturing printing and writing papers due to its strength and purity. The nonconiferous origin and unbleached state distinguish it from bleached or coniferous variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify pulp meets sulfite process criteria and insoluble fraction <88% via lab testing to confirm non-dissolving grade status
• Provide mill certificates detailing wood species (nonconiferous), unbleached status, and ash content to avoid misclassification