HS Chapter 47 — Pulp of wood and waste
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 47 covers
Mechanical, chemical and other wood pulp, and recovered paper and paperboard waste.
Common HS headings in Chapter 47
- 4701 Mechanical pulp
- 4703 Chemical pulp
- 4707 Recovered paper
Classification notes
Pulping method and source (wood vs recovered) drive classification.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 47
What Chapter 47 covers
Mechanical, chemical and other wood pulp, and recovered paper and paperboard waste.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 47?
Common HS headings in Chapter 47 include: 4701 Mechanical pulp; 4703 Chemical pulp; 4707 Recovered paper.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 47 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 47 products?
Pulping method and source (wood vs recovered) drive classification.