4702.00.00
Chemical woodpulp, dissolving grades
HTS code 4702.00.00 covers chemical woodpulp specifically designated as dissolving grades. This code is used for importing this specialized type of woodpulp, which currently benefits from free general duty under standard trade agreements, as detailed within Chapter 47 regarding pulp and paper.

Detailed information for HTS Code 4702.00.00
This tariff classification falls within Chapter 47, which covers pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material, and specifically addresses chemical woodpulp designed for dissolving grades. The 4702.00.00 code identifies this specialized pulp, defined by its high insoluble fraction or low ash content when tested with caustic soda – it must meet specific weight percentages depending on whether it’s sulfite or sulfate/soda pulp. Further detail is captured through statistical suffixes: 4702.00.00.20 designates sulfite pulp, while 4702.00.00.40 indicates sulfate or soda pulp, so select the suffix that matches the pulp’s manufacturing process.
| Chapter | Chapter 47 - Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; waste and scrap of paper or paperboard |
| Section | Section X - Pulp of Wood or of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material; Waste and Scrap of Paper or Paperboard; Paper |
Duty snapshot
Quick reference for the duty outcomes tied to this HTS line.
Free
Standard trade partners (NTR)
N/A
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The general duty rate for chemical woodpulp, dissolving grades (HTS 4702.00.00) is free, applying to both the main code and its subdivisions 4702.00.00.20 (Sulfite) and 4702.00.00.40 (Sulfate or soda). Standard trade partners (NTR) receive this rate. Special rates are not specified, but eligibility for FTA or preference programs may provide alternative rates. All imports must be reported in metric tons (t adw). These duty rates apply consistently across all subdivisions of this HTS code.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): Free
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Code subdivisions
4702.00.00.20
Chemical woodpulp, dissolving grades > Sulfite
4702.00.00.40
Chemical woodpulp, dissolving grades > Sulfate or soda
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November 15, 2025
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