Baled Newspaper Scrap from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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