4706.91.00.00/Corrugated Waste Mechanical Pulp/Japan

Corrugated Waste Mechanical Pulp from Japan

Mechanical pulp from recovered corrugated paper and medium scrap, defibrated for reuse. Classified in HTS 4706.91.00.00 for mechanical processing of recovered paperboard, essential for eco-friendly fluting in new boxes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Test for glue residue levels, as excessive adhesives may require special handling declarations

• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for pulp bales to prevent quarantine issues

• Document source as post-consumer corrugated to leverage duty preferences if applicable