Pulp; of bamboo

HS v2022 Code: 470630

About pulp; of bamboo

HS code 470630 covers the pulp derived from bamboo, a versatile and renewable natural resource. Bamboo pulp is an important raw material for the production of various paper and paperboard products, contributing to the global paper and packaging industry. As a fast-growing and eco-friendly alternative to traditional wood-based pulp, the demand for bamboo pulp has been steadily increasing, driven by the need for sustainable and environmentally-friendly solutions in the paper and packaging sectors.

Production process

The production of bamboo pulp typically involves a multi-step process. First, the bamboo is harvested and transported to a processing facility. The bamboo is then mechanically or chemically treated to separate the cellulose fibers from the lignin and other non-cellulosic components. This process, known as pulping, can be achieved through methods such as mechanical grinding, chemical digestion, or a combination of both. The resulting bamboo pulp is then further refined, bleached, and processed to meet the specific requirements of the end-use applications.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of bamboo pulp is, of course, the bamboo itself. Bamboo is a fast-growing, renewable, and widely available resource, making it an attractive alternative to traditional wood-based pulp. In addition to the raw bamboo, the production process requires various chemicals, such as caustic soda, sulfuric acid, and bleaching agents, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the pulping, refining, and processing stages.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 470630 is the bamboo pulp, which can be used in the manufacture of a wide range of paper and paperboard products. These include 480100 Newsprint, 480400 Kraft paper and paperboard, 481013 Composite paper and paperboard, and 481810 Toilet paper. The bamboo pulp may also be used in the production of specialty papers, such as those used for 481620 Envelopes or 481910 Cartons, boxes and cases. The versatility of bamboo pulp makes it a valuable input for various sectors within the paper and packaging industry.

Revisions to 470630

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 470630. The most recent 1 version of this code (470630) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 470630.

Older versions

Family tree for pulp; of bamboo

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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/v2022/4706'>4706: Pulps of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470630'>470630: Pulp; of bamboo</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470610'>470610: Pulp; cotton linters pulp</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470620'>470620: Pulp; of fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470691'>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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470692'>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 --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/470693'>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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