Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood

HS v2017 Code: 470411

About wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood

HS code 470411 covers the classification of chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood. This type of wood pulp is a crucial raw material for the global paper and paperboard industry, enabling the production of a wide range of paper products essential for commerce, communication, and daily life. As a key component of the forestry and wood processing sectors, the trade and production of this wood pulp plays a significant role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of chemical wood pulp classified under HS code 470411 involves a multi-step process. First, coniferous wood, such as softwood from pine or spruce trees, is mechanically or chemically broken down into individual wood fibers. This is typically done through a sulfite pulping process, where the wood is cooked in a solution of sulfur dioxide and other chemicals to dissolve the lignin that binds the fibers together. The resulting unbleached pulp is then washed, screened, and sometimes further processed before being dried and baled for shipment.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of HS code 470411 wood pulp is coniferous wood, which is sourced from sustainably managed forests or plantations. Other key inputs include the chemicals used in the sulfite pulping process, such as sulfur dioxide, as well as energy, water, and specialized machinery for the various stages of production. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the overall supply and pricing of this wood pulp.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 470411 is unbleached chemical wood pulp, which is then used as a raw material by various 470500 Paper and paperboard manufacturers to produce a wide range of paper and paperboard products. These may include 480100 Newsprint, 480400 Wrapping paper, 480700 Composite paper and paperboard, and other types of paper used in printing, packaging, and other applications.

Revisions to 470411

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 470411. The most recent 1 version of this code (470411) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 470411 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/47'>47: Pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4704'>4704: Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470411'>470411: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470419'>470419: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of non-coniferous wood</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470421'>470421: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of coniferous wood</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470429'>470429: Wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, sulphite, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of non-coniferous wood</a>"]

    

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