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HTS Chapter 47Wood Pulp Tariff Rates (2026)

Encompasses mechanical, chemical, and semi-chemical wood pulp, recovered waste paper, and other fibrous cellulosic materials for papermaking.

Rate Overview

0%
Avg MFN Rate
10%
Section 122
N/A
Section 232
7.5-100%
Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 47

HTS CodeDescriptionMFN RateSec 232Sec 301
4703Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulfateFreeN/AN/A

Common Products

Chemical wood pulpMechanical wood pulpDissolving pulpRecovered paperSemi-chemical pulpCotton linters pulp

Wood Pulp fall under Chapter 47 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, one of the lower-duty product categories. Encompasses mechanical, chemical, and semi-chemical wood pulp, recovered waste paper, and other fibrous cellulosic materials for papermaking. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 0%. Many products in this chapter enter duty-free at the base MFN level. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Chemical wood pulp, Mechanical wood pulp, Dissolving pulp, Recovered paper, Semi-chemical pulp, Cotton linters pulp. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 44, Chapter 48, Chapter 49, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 47 (Wood Pulp)?
The average MFN duty rate for wood pulp is 0%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.
What products are in HTS Chapter 47?
Chapter 47 covers wood pulp, including Chemical wood pulp, Mechanical wood pulp, Dissolving pulp, Recovered paper, Semi-chemical pulp. Related chapters include Chapter 44, Chapter 48, Chapter 49.
Are wood pulp subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?
Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.

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