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HS HEADING 4702

Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades

In plain English

This category covers wood pulp and other fibrous cellulosic materials, specifically focusing on chemical wood pulp intended for dissolving grades. The classification distinguishes these items by their chemical processing and specific industrial application. There is a single subcategory that groups all chemical wood pulp of dissolving grades together without further subdivision.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (1)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

4702.00

Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades

Chapter 47 classification notes

Chapter 47 covers significant bulk commodity trade; environmental + sustainability certification (FSC, PEFC) increasingly important at destination.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Paper bags / packaging fall under Chapter 48 not 47.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 47

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