Bleached Chemi-Thermomechanical Pulp (BCTMP) from Japan
Bleached CTMP (BCTMP) undergoes chemical treatment, mechanical refining, and peroxide bleaching for brighter pulp. HTS 4705.00.00.00 covers this combined process pulp. Popular in lightweight coated papers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include ISO brightness certificates (>70%) to validate bleaching process within 4705
• Monitor peroxide residue levels for hazmat compliance