4707.30.00.20/Baled Newspaper Scrap/Japan

Baled Newspaper Scrap from Japan

Compressed bales of discarded newspapers and newsprint, sourced from curbside recycling, containing high mechanical pulp content. Falls under HTS 4707.30.0020 due to its primary composition of mechanical pulp-based newsprint designated for pulp recovery.

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

• Document moisture content below 10-15% to prevent mold issues during shipping

• Sort out glossy magazines or inserts, as they may shift classification to other pulp types

• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bales to avoid fumigation delays