Printed Journal Scrap
Printed journal scrap includes scrap from printed academic and trade journals, primarily made from mechanical pulp paper, collected post-consumer. This recovered paper is repulped into tissue or other products. It falls under tariff item 4707.30.00 as paper or paperboard made mainly of mechanical pulp, explicitly including journals.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If journals contain significant chemical pulp or are coated
This item covers other recovered paper or paperboard not elsewhere specified, which may apply if the composition is not mainly mechanical pulp.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Remove any non-paper components like binding materials or plastic covers before shipping
• Document the journal's paper composition to support the mechanical pulp classification
• Consider using a recycling facility that can certify the material's grade for CBSA
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Baled Comic Book Scrap
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Bulk Mechanical Pulp Publication Scrap
Bulk mechanical pulp publication scrap includes large quantities of waste newspapers, magazines, and other printed publications made mainly from mechanical pulp. This recovered paper is baled or bulk-packed for recycling. It falls under tariff item 4707.30.00 as paper or paperboard made mainly of mechanical pulp, explicitly including newspapers and similar printed matter.
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Flyer and Circular Mechanical Scrap
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