Recycled Newspaper Fiber Pulp
Pulp produced by mechanically or chemically processing recovered waste newspapers and newsprint into fibrous cellulosic material. It falls under HTS 4706.20.00.00 as it is derived directly from recovered waste paper, retaining short fibers ideal for low-grade paper recycling.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with virgin wood pulp exceeding 50%
Mechanical wood pulp heading applies if primary fibers are from wood rather than predominantly recovered paper.
If chemically processed to sulfate dissolving grades
High-purity dissolving pulps from any cellulosic source, including recovered, fall under chemical wood pulp headings.
If for semi-chemical fluff pulp from recovered board
Fluff pulp specifically for absorbents uses semi-chemical processes, classified separately from standard recovered pulps.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the pulp originates from recovered waste/scrap paper via supplier certifications to avoid misclassification as virgin pulp
• Ensure documentation includes fiber yield tests and residue analysis to confirm compliance with recovered material standards
Related Products under HTS 4706.20.00.00
OCC Corrugated Fiber Pulp
Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) pulp made from recovered cardboard boxes and shipping containers, processed into loose fiber pulp. Classified under HTS 4706.20.00.00 due to its derivation from waste paperboard, providing strong, long fibers for boxboard remaking.
Magazine and Catalogue Pulp
Fiber pulp obtained from recovered glossy magazines, catalogues, and printed publications, processed to remove clays and inks. Under HTS 4706.20.00.00 for pulps from waste paper, valued for coated paper recycling despite shorter fibers.
Retail Bag Paper Pulp
Pulp derived from recovered shopping bags and kraft sack paper waste. HTS 4706.20.00.00 applies to this unbleached recovered pulp for bag remaking.
Tissue Mill Recovered Pulp
Soft fiber pulp from recovered facial tissue, napkins, and sanitary paper waste. Classified HTS 4706.20.00.00 for low-strength fibers recycled into new tissue products.
Printed Carton Pulp
Pulp from recovered printed folding cartons and cereal boxes post-deinking. HTS 4706.20.00.00 for clay-coated recovered paperboard fibers used in colored board.
Envelope and Letterhead Pulp
Clean pulp from recovered business envelopes and letterhead stationery. Under HTS 4706.20.00.00 as high-quality recovered printing/writing paper pulp.