Alpha Cellulose Cotton Linters Pulp from Germany
Alpha cellulose pulp from cotton linters boasts 99%+ pure cellulose content, extracted via purification from seed fibers. Under HTS 4706.10.00.00 for pulps of other fibrous cellulosic material, distinguished from wood pulps by source. Primarily used in high-end cellulose derivatives like cellophane.
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
• Conduct pre-shipment alpha-cellulose assays using TAPPI standards to preempt customs disputes
• Declare exact bale weights accurately; discrepancies often lead to valuation challenges
• Partner with FDA-registered suppliers if downstream use is food-contact packaging