Alpha Cellulose Cotton Linters Pulp from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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