Pressure Groundwood Pulp (PGW) from Japan
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 — 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
• Certify pressure and chemical parameters in technical data sheets to support 4705 classification
• Comply with ISPM 15 for wooden pallets used in pulp shipping