Recovered Newsprint Rolls from Japan
Large rolls of used newsprint collected from printing presses and recycling centers, primarily composed of mechanical pulp paper from newspapers. Classified under HTS 4707.30.0020 as recovered paper made mainly of mechanical pulp, specifically newsprint, for repulping in paper manufacturing.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify the paper is mainly mechanical pulp (e.g
• newsprint) via lab testing to avoid reclassification
• Ensure bales are clean and free from non-paper contaminants like plastics to meet import standards
• Provide recycling origin documentation to qualify for potential duty exemptions