About HS Code 470691
This code covers mechanical pulps derived from various fibrous cellulosic materials, excluding bamboo, recycled paper, and cotton linters. This diverse category includes pulps from agricultural residues like bagasse, straw, or kenaf, processed primarily through mechanical means. These pulps are typically characterized by high yield and opacity, making them suitable for applications where these properties are prioritized, such as in newsprint, some packaging, and lower-grade printing papers. Importers are often paper mills in regions with access to these non-wood raw materials or those seeking alternatives to wood pulp. Trade considerations include the specific fiber characteristics, processing efficiency, and environmental impact of the raw material source.
Products Under This Code
Bagasse mechanical pulp, straw mechanical pulp, esparto mechanical pulp, kenaf mechanical pulp, abaca mechanical pulp, cereal straw pulp
Real World Examples
Shree Ajit Pulp and Paper bagasse pulp, Seshasayee Paper and Boards straw pulp, various specialty paper manufacturers utilizing agricultural residues
Common Misclassification
Easily confused with chemical pulps from similar non-wood sources (470692) or even mechanical wood pulps (4701) if the specific raw material isn't clearly stated.
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.
Industry
This code belongs to the Paper & Printing industry.
Trade Overview
India and Southeast Asian countries are key producers and consumers, utilizing agricultural residues for pulp production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 470691?
HS code 470691 covers: Pulp; of fibrous cellulosic material, other than of bamboo or fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or from cotton linters pulp, mechanical. This code covers mechanical pulps derived from various fibrous cellulosic materials, excluding bamboo, recycled paper, and cotton linters. This diverse category includes pulps from agricultural residues like bagasse, straw, or kenaf, processed primarily through mechanical means. These pulps are typically characterized by high yield and opacity, making them suitable for applications where these properties are prioritized, such as in newsprint, some packaging, and lower-grade printing papers. Importers are often paper mills in regions with access to these non-wood raw materials or those seeking alternatives to wood pulp. Trade considerations include the specific fiber characteristics, processing efficiency, and environmental impact of the raw material source.
What products fall under HS code 470691?
Bagasse mechanical pulp, straw mechanical pulp, esparto mechanical pulp, kenaf mechanical pulp, abaca mechanical pulp, cereal straw pulp
What are common misclassifications for HS code 470691?
Easily confused with chemical pulps from similar non-wood sources (470692) or even mechanical wood pulps (4701) if the specific raw material isn't clearly stated.
How is HS code 470691 structured?
HS code 470691 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (47) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.