HS Code:
This category, classified under HS Code 4804.39, pertains to 'Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of wood fibers obtained by a chemical process and weighing more than 150 g/m².' It primarily includes specific types of kraft paper and paperboard, which are used in packaging, industrial applications, and other specialized purposes due to their strength and durability. This product is typically utilized in industries requiring high-quality, heavy-duty paper materials such as corrugated boxes and containers.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $3.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-USMCA)
Increased demand for sustainable packaging
Boosts demand for bleached kraft paper as industries shift toward eco-friendly materials
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce sector
Higher need for durable packaging materials, increasing trade volume for heavy-duty paper products
2020-2022
Fluctuations in raw material costs
Affects production costs and trade margins, leading to price volatility
2022
The European Union's Green Deal has introduced stricter regulations on sustainable sourcing of wood fibers, impacting exporters to the EU market.
January 2023
Increased compliance costs but potential for premium pricing for certified sustainable products
Recent updates to trade agreements have reduced tariffs on paper products between the US and China, facilitating higher export volumes from the US.
March 2023
Positive for US exporters, potentially increasing market share in China
Innovations in chemical processing for wood fibers have improved the quality and reduced the environmental footprint of bleached kraft paper production.
June 2022
Enhances competitiveness of manufacturers adopting new technologies