Wood pulp, mechanical wood pulp
HS v2022 Code: 4701
About wood pulp, mechanical wood pulp
HS code 4701 covers the production of wood pulp, a crucial raw material for the paper and paperboard industry. Wood pulp is a fibrous material obtained by mechanically or chemically breaking down wood into its constituent fibers. It is an essential component in the manufacturing of a wide range of paper products, from newsprint to high-quality writing paper, and plays a vital role in the global economy.
Production process
The production of wood pulp under HS code 4701 primarily involves mechanical processes. The main steps include debarking and chipping of wood, followed by mechanical grinding or refining to separate the wood fibers. This process is known as mechanical pulping and results in a pulp with relatively short fiber lengths, making it suitable for lower-quality paper products. Chemical pulping methods, which use various chemicals to break down the wood, are covered under different HS codes.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of wood pulp under HS code 4701 are raw wood materials, typically softwood or hardwood logs. The specific type of wood used can vary depending on the desired properties of the final pulp. In addition to the raw wood, the production process also requires specialized machinery, such as grinders, refiners, and pulp drying equipment. Energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are also essential inputs for the mechanical pulping process.
Production outputs
The primary output of HS code 4701 is mechanical wood pulp, which is then used as a raw material in the production of various paper and paperboard products. The mechanical pulp produced under this code is often used in the manufacture of 4801 Newsprint, 4802 Uncoated paper and paperboard, and 4803 Toilet or facial tissue stock, towel or napkin stock. The wood pulp industry plays a crucial role in supplying the necessary raw materials for the broader paper and paperboard manufacturing sector.
Family tree for wood pulp, mechanical wood pulp
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/47'>47: Pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4701'>4701: Wood pulp, mechanical wood pulp</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4702'>4702: Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4703'>4703: Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, other than dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4704'>4704: Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4705'>4705: Wood pulp obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical pulping processes</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4706'>4706: Pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4707'>4707: Waste and scrap of paper and paperboard</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470100'>470100: Wood pulp; mechanical wood pulp</a>"]
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