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

HS v2022 Code: 470693

About 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

HS code 470693 covers a vital component of the pulp and paper industry - the production of pulp from fibrous cellulosic materials. This type of pulp is a crucial raw material for the manufacturing of various paper and paperboard products, which are essential for a wide range of industries and applications. The global demand for this pulp remains strong, driven by the continued growth in packaging, printing, and other paper-based sectors.

Production process

The production of pulp under HS code 470693 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. The raw materials, which can include wood, agricultural residues, or other fibrous cellulosic sources, are first mechanically broken down into smaller fibers. This is often done through processes like grinding, refining, or chipping. The fibers are then subjected to chemical treatments, such as cooking in chemical solutions, to further break down the cellulose and remove non-cellulosic components. The resulting pulp is then washed, screened, and may undergo additional processing steps before being ready for use in paper and paperboard production.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of pulp under HS code 470693 include the fibrous cellulosic raw materials, such as wood, agricultural residues, or other plant-based sources. Additionally, various chemicals, such as sodium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, and bleaching agents, are used in the chemical processing stages. Specialized machinery, including grinders, refiners, digesters, and pulp processing equipment, are also essential for the production of this type of pulp.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 470693 is the pulp itself, which is then consumed by various 480100 Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades, 480200 Chemical wood pulp, soda or sulfate, other than dissolving grades, and 480300 Chemical wood pulp, sulfite, other than dissolving grades industries to manufacture a wide range of paper and paperboard products. These products may include packaging materials, printing and writing papers, tissue papers, and other specialty paper goods.

Revisions to 470693

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 470693. The most recent 1 version of this code (470693) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 470693.

Family tree 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, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes

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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/v2022/470693'>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>"]

    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/v2022/470630'>470630: Pulp; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> H["<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>"]

    

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