Chemi-Groundwood Pulp (CGP) from China
Chemi-groundwood pulp (CGP) treats wood chips with mild chemicals prior to grinding between stones, combining chemical softening and mechanical action. It is classified in HTS 4705.00.00.00 for its hybrid pulping process. Commonly used in board and packaging 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 analysis reports (e.g
• NaOH solubility) to prove combined process for 4705 classification
• Document bale weights precisely, as semi-chemical pulp often ships in high-volume dry laps