Pressure Groundwood Pulp (PGW) from Germany
Pressure groundwood pulp (PGW) uses chemical impregnation of logs followed by pressurized grinding, blending chemical and mechanical methods. Falls under HTS 4705.00.00.00 as semi-chemical pulp. Suited for high-quality printing papers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify pressure and chemical parameters in technical data sheets to support 4705 classification
• Comply with ISPM 15 for wooden pallets used in pulp shipping