HS 470630 Other, of bamboo

The import duty rates for HS code 470630, covering 'Other, of bamboo' (which includes products like bamboo pulp or certain processed bamboo not specifically listed elsewhere in Chapter 47), vary by importing country. For instance, under the United States' Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USHTS), the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate is Free (0.00%). Similarly, the United Kingdom's Trade Tariff lists a duty rate of Free (0.00%) for this classification. The EU's TARIC system also generally shows a 0.00% duty rate for goods classified under this code, though specific country-of-origin preferences or anti-dumping measures could apply. Always verify the specific duty rate for your destination country at the time of import.

While the duty rates for HS 470630 are typically Free (0.00%) in major markets like the US, UK, and EU, if a duty were applicable (e.g., a specific tariff line with a non-zero rate), it would generally be calculated as an ad valorem rate (a percentage of the declared value) or a specific rate (a fixed amount per unit of quantity), or a combination thereof. For example, if a hypothetical duty rate of 5% ad valorem applied to a shipment of bamboo pulp valued at $10,000, the duty would be calculated as: 5% of $10,000 = $500. If a specific duty of $0.10 per kilogram applied and the shipment weighed 5,000 kg, the duty would be: $0.10/kg * 5,000 kg = $500. Always refer to the specific tariff schedule of the importing country for the exact calculation method.

HS code 470630 falls under Chapter 47 of the Harmonized System, which covers 'Pulp of wood; recovered paper pulp; paper or paperboard and scrap, of paper or of paperboard'. Specifically, heading 4706 covers 'Other vegetable pulp'. Subheading 470630 is designated for 'Other, of bamboo'. Therefore, the primary classification criterion is that the material must be a pulp derived from bamboo, intended for papermaking or similar industrial uses, and not specifically classified under other headings within Chapter 47 (such as wood pulp or pulp of other vegetable materials). The material should be in a form suitable for conversion into paper, paperboard, or textiles, typically as fibers or a matted mass.

While HS code 470630 itself often carries a Free duty rate, standard import documentation is still required. This typically includes a commercial invoice detailing the value, quantity, and description of the goods; a packing list; a bill of lading or air waybill for transportation; and a certificate of origin, especially if claiming preferential duty rates under a trade agreement or if required by the importing country's regulations. Depending on the importing country and the specific nature of the bamboo pulp, phytosanitary certificates may be required to prevent the introduction of pests or diseases. Importers and customs brokers should consult the specific import regulations of the destination country, often available through their customs authority's website (e.g., CBP for the US, HMRC for the UK, or the European Commission's trade portal for the EU).

Given that HS code 470630 frequently has a 0.00% duty rate under the Most Favored Nation (MFN) status in many countries, preferential rates under trade agreements may not always result in further reductions. However, for countries where a duty might apply, trade agreements can be beneficial. For example, if the United States has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the country of origin, and that country's standard MFN rate for 470630 was not Free, the FTA could provide a duty-free entry. Similarly, the EU has numerous FTAs that could offer preferential access. The UK also has its own set of trade agreements post-Brexit. To determine eligibility for preferential treatment, importers must ensure the goods meet the rules of origin stipulated in the relevant trade agreement and possess the required proof of origin documentation.