About HS Code 470200
This HS code encompasses chemical wood pulp of "dissolving grades," a highly purified form of cellulose pulp distinct from pulps used for paper. It is a critical raw material for non-paper applications, primarily in the textile industry for producing regenerated cellulose fibers like viscose rayon, lyocell, and acetate. It's also used in cellophane, nitrocellulose, and various specialty chemicals. Major producers are typically found in countries with extensive forest resources and advanced pulping technologies, such as Canada, Brazil, the Nordic countries, and Indonesia. Key importers are textile manufacturing hubs, particularly in Asia (e.g., China, India). The trade in dissolving pulp is influenced by global demand for sustainable textiles and strict quality specifications, with regulations like EUDR and EUTR increasingly impacting sourcing practices to ensure deforestation-free supply chains.
Products Under This Code
Dissolving wood pulp (DWP), Viscose grade pulp, Lyocell grade pulp, Acetate grade pulp, Cellophane grade pulp, Nitrocellulose grade pulp, Specialty chemical pulp
Real World Examples
Lenzing AG (for Tencel/Viscose), Birla Cellulose, Sateri, Sappi (dissolving pulp division), Rayonier Advanced Materials
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with other chemical wood pulps like 4703 (soda or sulphate) or 4704 (sulphite) if its specific "dissolving grades" characteristic, indicating high purity for non-paper uses, is overlooked.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Products Classified Under 4702.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Southeast Asian countries are major importers due to their textile industries, while Canada, Brazil, and Nordic countries are key exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 470200?
HS code 470200 covers: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades. This HS code encompasses chemical wood pulp of "dissolving grades," a highly purified form of cellulose pulp distinct from pulps used for paper. It is a critical raw material for non-paper applications, primarily in the textile industry for producing regenerated cellulose fibers like viscose rayon, lyocell, and acetate. It's also used in cellophane, nitrocellulose, and various specialty chemicals. Major producers are typically found in countries with extensive forest resources and advanced pulping technologies, such as Canada, Brazil, the Nordic countries, and Indonesia. Key importers are textile manufacturing hubs, particularly in Asia (e.g., China, India). The trade in dissolving pulp is influenced by global demand for sustainable textiles and strict quality specifications, with regulations like EUDR and EUTR increasingly impacting sourcing practices to ensure deforestation-free supply chains.
What products fall under HS code 470200?
Dissolving wood pulp (DWP), Viscose grade pulp, Lyocell grade pulp, Acetate grade pulp, Cellophane grade pulp, Nitrocellulose grade pulp, Specialty chemical pulp
What are common misclassifications for HS code 470200?
This code can be confused with other chemical wood pulps like 4703 (soda or sulphate) or 4704 (sulphite) if its specific "dissolving grades" characteristic, indicating high purity for non-paper uses, is overlooked.
How is HS code 470200 structured?
HS code 470200 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (47) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.