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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include ISO brightness certificates (>70%) to validate bleaching process within 4705
• Monitor peroxide residue levels for hazmat compliance