HS Code 4702
Dissolving Grade Chemical Wood Pulp
HS code 4702 covers dissolving grade chemical wood pulp, a high-purity cellulose material exported for the production of textiles like rayon and viscose.
HS Code 4702 — Dissolving Grade Chemical Wood Pulp
This is a high-purity chemical pulp with a high alpha-cellulose content. Unlike standard paper pulp, it is intended to be 'dissolved' and used in the manufacturing of synthetic fibres like rayon (viscose), cellophane, and plastics.
What's included
- Rayon grade pulp
- Viscose grade pulp
- High alpha-cellulose pulp
- Acetate grade pulp
What's excluded
- Paper-grade chemical pulp → use
4703(4702 is strictly for dissolving grades intended for non-paper chemical applications.)
Common examples
- Dissolving pulp for Lyocell production
- High-purity cellulose for acetate film
- Bleached dissolving pulp sheets
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from regular paper pulp?
Dissolving pulp goes through additional chemical stages to remove hemicelluloses, leaving a purity level required for chemical processes rather than physical paper making.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Invoices should specify alpha-cellulose content (usually >90%) to justify the classification.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: South Africa, United States, Canada
- Top importers: China, India, Germany
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Key takeaway
Premium grade pulp used as a chemical feedstock for textiles and films rather than paper.
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