Bleached Beech Sulfite Pulp
Semibleached or bleached sulfite woodpulp derived from nonconiferous beech wood, other than dissolving grades, used primarily in high-quality paper production like writing and printing papers. It falls under HTS 4704.29.00.00 due to its sulfite pulping process, nonconiferous origin, and bleaching treatment without meeting dissolving grade purity standards.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unbleached
Unbleached nonconiferous sulfite pulp shifts to the unbleached subheading based on processing stage.
If produced via sulfate process
Sulfate (kraft) pulping method for nonconiferous wood uses a different chemical process, changing the heading.
If qualifying as dissolving grades
High alpha-cellulose content meeting chapter note solubility tests (88%+ for sulfite) classifies it as dissolving pulp.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify pulp meets semibleached or bleached criteria via lab tests showing brightness levels typically above 70% ISO
ā¢ Provide mill test certificates confirming sulfite process and nonconiferous species to avoid reclassification
ā¢ Watch for ash content limits under chapter notes to prevent disputes over purity
Related Products under HTS 4704.29.00.00
Bleached Aspen Sulfite Woodpulp
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.
Eucalyptus Semibleached Sulfite Pulp
Semibleached chemical sulfite pulp from nonconiferous eucalyptus, excluding dissolving grades, used in fluff pulp for absorbent products. It is under HTS 4704.29.00.00 as nonconiferous semibleached sulfite woodpulp.
Oak Bleached Sulfite Pulp
Bleached chemical woodpulp from nonconiferous oak using sulfite process, not dissolving grades, suited for specialty writing papers. Classified under HTS 4704.29.00.00 for its characteristics.
Maple Semibleached Sulfite Pulp
Semibleached sulfite pulp from nonconiferous maple hardwood, excluding dissolving, for high-brightness printing papers. HTS 4704.29.00.00 applies to this bleached/semibleached category.
Gum Tree Bleached Sulfite Pulp
Bleached sulfite chemical pulp from nonconiferous gum trees (eucalyptus family), other than dissolving grades, used in bleached kraft papers. Fits HTS 4704.29.00.00 precisely.
Semibleached Spruce Sulfite Pulp
Semibleached sulfite pulp from nonconiferous spruce wood, not dissolving grades, suitable for tissue and specialty papers requiring good strength and opacity. Classified under HTS 4704.29.00.00 for its sulfite chemical process, nonconiferous source, and partial bleaching.