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Industrial Corrugated Paperboard Waste from Japan

Scrap generated from corrugated paperboard converting operations, such as die-cut trimmings. This unbleached material is under HTS 4707.10.00.00 as recovered corrugated paperboard for repulping.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Classify as 'factory waste' with production records to differentiate from consumer scrap

• Test for adhesive residues; high levels may require cleaning declarations

• Bundle with recycling contracts to prove non-landfill destination