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Raw Cotton Linters Pulp from China

Cotton linters pulp is derived from the short fibers remaining on cotton seeds after ginning, processed into a pulp form from this cellulosic material. It falls under HTS 4706.10.00.00 as pulp of other fibrous cellulosic material, specifically cotton linters, which are a natural byproduct rather than wood-based. This high-purity pulp is valued for its alpha-cellulose content exceeding 95%.

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

Verify alpha-cellulose content via lab testing to confirm classification under 4706, avoiding misclassification as waste under Chapter 47

Obtain Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and insoluble fraction to meet CBP documentation requirements

Ensure supplier provides origin certificates, as duty-free status may apply under certain trade agreements like USMCA