Bleached Aspen Sulfite Woodpulp from Japan
Fully bleached chemical sulfite pulp from nonconiferous aspen hardwood, excluding dissolving grades, ideal for bleached board and packaging papers. It matches HTS 4704.29.00.00 as semibleached/bleached nonconiferous sulfite pulp.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit fiber analysis reports confirming nonconiferous hardwood composition
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion; declare as loose pulp, not compressed bales if misclassified
• Check for bleaching agent residues to comply with environmental import regs