OCC Recovered Corrugated Medium from Japan
Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) waste, primarily the fluted medium layer from recycled cardboard boxes. HTS 4707.10.00.00 covers this unbleached corrugated paperboard scrap used in high-volume paper recycling mills.
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
• Use standardized OCC grades (e.g
• #11 or #12) in documentation for smooth customs clearance
• Test for moisture content; high levels can cause mold issues and reclassification risks
• Pair with end-user letters from mills to demonstrate legitimate recycling intent