HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4704.29 – Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of non-coniferous wood
HS code 4704.29 is the 6-digit subheading for wood pulp, chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of non-coniferous wood. It is used for bleached sulphite pulp (non-coniferous), fine printing paper pulp, specialty tissue pulp, absorbent paper pulp (bleached) and technical specialty board pulp.
What HS 4704.29 covers
This HS code includes semi-bleached or bleached chemical wood pulp produced by the sulphite process, derived from non-coniferous wood, and not of dissolving grades. This specialized product is used where its unique fiber characteristics are required, often employed in fine papers, tissue, and other technical applications where smoothness, opacity, and specific strength properties are paramount. Producers are typically in regions with suitable hardwood resources and specialized sulphite pulping facilities, with demand from manufacturers of high-quality and technical papers. The bleaching process enhances its aesthetic and functional properties, making it suitable for premium products. Adherence to sustainable sourcing, as per EUDR and EUTR, is a key factor in its international trade.
- Covers
- Bleached sulphite pulp (non-coniferous)
- Fine printing paper pulp
- Specialty tissue pulp
- Absorbent paper pulp (bleached)
- Technical specialty board pulp
- Decorative laminate paper pulp
- Release liner base paper pulp
- Examples
- Sappi (specialty pulps)
- Ahlstrom-Munksjö (specialty papers)
- Some smaller European mills
- Asia Pulp & Paper (APP - some specialty grades)
- Domtar (specialty grades)
Codes often confused with 4704.29
Common mistake. Often mistaken for bleached soda or sulphate pulp (470329) from non-coniferous wood, but the defining difference is the sulphite pulping process.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 470429, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 470429 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $52M 74% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $6.4M 9.2% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.8M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $70M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $16M 16% of world imports
- 2 Italy $15M 14% of world imports
- 3 United States $6.9M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $104M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4704.29
Brazil does not split HS 4704.29: its NCM code is 4704.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 47.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
Questions about HS 4704.29
What is HS code 470429?
HS code 470429 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of non-coniferous wood. This HS code includes semi-bleached or bleached chemical wood pulp produced by the sulphite process, derived from non-coniferous wood, and not of dissolving grades. This specialized product is used where its unique fiber characteristics are required, often employed in fine papers, tissue, and other technical applications where smoothness, opacity, and specific strength properties are paramount. Producers are typically in regions with suitable hardwood resources and specialized sulphite pulping facilities, with demand from manufacturers of high-quality and technical papers. The bleaching process enhances its aesthetic and functional properties, making it suitable for premium products. Adherence to sustainable sourcing, as per EUDR and EUTR, is a key factor in its international trade.
What products fall under HS code 470429?
Bleached sulphite pulp (non-coniferous), Fine printing paper pulp, Specialty tissue pulp, Absorbent paper pulp (bleached), Technical specialty board pulp, Decorative laminate paper pulp, Release liner base paper pulp
What are common misclassifications for HS code 470429?
Often mistaken for bleached soda or sulphate pulp (470329) from non-coniferous wood, but the defining difference is the sulphite pulping process.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 470429?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 470429 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($52M, 74% of world exports), the Netherlands ($6.4M) and the United States ($4.8M). World exports came to about $70M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 470429?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 470429 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($16M, 16% of world imports), Italy ($15M) and the United States ($6.9M). World imports came to about $104M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 470429 structured?
HS code 470429 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (47) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 470429?
In Brazil, HS code 470429 is NCM 4704.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.