Pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material

HS v2017 Code: 4706

About pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material

HS code 4706 covers the production of pulps derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper, paperboard, or other fibrous cellulosic materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the recycling and reuse of paper-based products, contributing to the circular economy and reducing waste. The pulps produced under this code are essential inputs for the manufacturing of various paper and paperboard products, making it an integral part of the broader paper and printing industry.

Production process

The main production techniques for HS code 4706 involve the mechanical, chemical, or semi-chemical processing of recovered paper, paperboard, or other fibrous cellulosic materials. This typically includes steps such as sorting, shredding, pulping, and refining to extract the usable fibres. The specific methods employed may vary depending on the type of input material and the desired characteristics of the final pulp.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of pulps under HS code 4706 are recovered (waste and scrap) paper, paperboard, and other fibrous cellulosic materials. These raw materials are sourced from various collection and recycling channels. Additionally, the industry may require specialized machinery, such as pulpers, refiners, and screening equipment, as well as energy and water resources to facilitate the production process.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the industry covered by HS code 4706 are various types of pulps derived from recovered paper, paperboard, or other fibrous cellulosic materials. These pulps can be used as inputs for the production of 4801 Newsprint, in rolls or sheets, 4802 Uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and non-perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803, 4803 Toilet or facial tissue stock, towel or napkin stock and similar paper of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres, whether or not creped, crinkled, embossed, perforated, surface-coloured, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or sheets, and other paper and paperboard products.

Family tree for pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material

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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/v2017/4706'>4706: Pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4701'>4701: Wood pulp, mechanical wood pulp</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4702'>4702: Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4703'>4703: Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, other than dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4704'>4704: Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4705'>4705: Wood pulp obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical pulping processes</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4707'>4707: Waste and scrap of paper and paperboard</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470610'>470610: Pulp; cotton linters pulp</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470620'>470620: Pulp; of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470630'>470630: Pulp; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470691'>470691: 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</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470692'>470692: 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, chemical</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/470693'>470693: 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, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes</a>"]


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