Semibleached Spruce Sulfite Pulp for Tissue Production from China
Semibleached sulfite pulp from spruce (a coniferous species) designed for soft tissue and hygiene paper products, offering high brightness and purity. Classified under HTS 4704.21.00.00 due to its coniferous origin, sulfite chemical process, and semibleached state excluding dissolving grades.
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
• Include chemical process certification distinguishing sulfite from sulfate to prevent misclassification
• Ensure ash content below 0.15% for sulfite pulp as per chapter notes; test reports mitigate customs disputes
• Declare bale dimensions and net dry weight accurately to avoid demurrage from inspection delays