HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4706.91 – 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
HS code 4706.91 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for bagasse mechanical pulp, straw mechanical pulp, esparto mechanical pulp, kenaf mechanical pulp and abaca mechanical pulp.
What HS 4706.91 covers
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.
- Covers
- Bagasse mechanical pulp
- Straw mechanical pulp
- Esparto mechanical pulp
- Kenaf mechanical pulp
- Abaca mechanical pulp
- Cereal straw pulp
- Examples
- Shree Ajit Pulp and Paper bagasse pulp
- Seshasayee Paper and Boards straw pulp
- various specialty paper manufacturers utilizing agricultural residues
Codes often confused with 4706.91
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 470691, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 470691 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 13% 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 Indonesia $5.1M 21% of world exports
- 2 Finland $4.0M 16% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $2.8M 11% of world exports
World total: $25M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Australia $2.7M 13% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $2.1M 10% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $1.2M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $21M 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 4706.91
Brazil does not split HS 4706.91: its NCM code is 4706.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 47.06 →
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 4706.91
What is HS code 470691?
HS code 470691 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 470691?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 470691 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($5.1M, 21% of world exports), Finland ($4.0M) and Singapore ($2.8M). World exports came to about $25M, 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 470691?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 470691 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($2.7M, 13% of world imports), Türkiye ($2.1M) and Denmark ($1.2M). World imports came to about $21M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 470691?
In Brazil, HS code 470691 is NCM 4706.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.