Chapter 47

Mechanical Wood Pulp

HS code 4701 is for mechanical wood pulp produced by grinding or refining processes, commonly used as the primary raw material for newsprint production.

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.

Soda or Sulphate Chemical Wood Pulp

HS code 4703 covers chemical wood pulp produced via soda or sulphate processes, excluding dissolving grades, used for high-strength paper and packaging.

Sulphite Chemical Wood Pulp

HS code 4704 covers chemical wood pulp processed by sulphite methods, excluding dissolving grades, used for specialty papers and absorbent hygiene products.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp

HS code 4705 refers to wood pulp obtained by combining mechanical and chemical processes, offering a balance of high yield and improved fibre strength.

Pulp of Other Fibrous Materials

HS code 4706 covers pulps made from recovered paper, paperboard, or non-wood fibrous materials like bamboo, bagasse, cotton linters, and straw.

Waste and Scrap of Paper or Paperboard

HS code 4707 identifies waste and scrap of paper or paperboard destined for recycling, including corrugated boxes, newspapers, and sorted office waste.