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HTS Chapter 47 · Section X

Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard

US import duty rates and HTS classifications for every product in Chapter 47, part of Section X.

21
rated tariff lines
100%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 47 by duty-rate band

How the 21 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free21

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 47

HTS Chapter 47 - Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard - organizes 40 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 21 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 47 sits within Section X (Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is not available, with the highest individual rate reaching not available. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 47 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 47 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 40 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 21 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate n/a Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate n/a Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

4701.00.00.00 Mechanical woodpulp
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Free
4702.00.00 Chemical woodpulp, dissolving grades
Free
4702.00.00.20 Sulfite
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4702.00.00.40 Sulfate or soda
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4703 Chemical woodpulp, soda or sulfate, other than dissolving grades:
Unbleached:
4703.11.00.00 Coniferous
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Free
4703.19.00.00 Nonconiferous
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Free
Semibleached or bleached:
4703.21.00 Coniferous
Free
4703.21.00.20 Semibleached
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4703.21.00.40 Bleached
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4703.29.00 Nonconiferous
Free
4703.29.00.20 Semibleached
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4703.29.00.40 Bleached
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4704 Chemical woodpulp, sulfite, other than dissolving grades:
Unbleached:
4704.11.00.00 Coniferous
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Free
4704.19.00.00 Nonconiferous
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Free
Semibleached or bleached:
4704.21.00.00 Coniferous
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Free
4704.29.00.00 Nonconiferous
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Free
4705.00.00.00 Wood pulp obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical pulping processes
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Free
4706 Pulps of fibers derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or of other fibrous cellulosic material:
4706.10.00.00 Cotton linters pulp
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Free
4706.20.00.00 Pulps of fibers derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard
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Free
4706.30.00.00 Other, of bamboo
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Free
Other:
4706.91.00.00 Mechanical
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Free
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Free
4706.93.01.00 Obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes
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Free
4707 Recovered (waste and scrap) paper and paperboard:
4707.10.00.00 Unbleached kraft paper or paperboard or corrugated paper or paperboard
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Free
4707.20.00 Other paper or paperboard, made mainly of bleached chemical pulp, not colored in the mass
Free
4707.20.00.20 High-grade deinking paper and paperboard
t
4707.20.00.40 Other
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4707.30.00 Paper or paperboard made mainly of mechanical pulp (for example, newspapers, journals and similar printed matter)
Free
4707.30.00.20 Newsprint
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4707.30.00.40 Other
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4707.90.00.00 Other, including unsorted waste and scrap
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Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 47 cover?
HTS Chapter 47 covers Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard. It contains 40 individual tariff classifications, of which 21 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section X (Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 47?
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 47 is not available. The highest individual rate in this chapter is not available. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product?
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 47?
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data?
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

Next steps

Find the exact rate for your product within Chapter 47.

The chapter average is an orientation only, duty is set per tariff line, and Special preferential rates may apply to qualifying origins.

Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

Every figure on PlainTariff is rendered directly from federal source data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on federal source data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.