4707.30.00.40/Groundwood Pulp Comic Scrap/Japan

Groundwood Pulp Comic Scrap from Japan

Waste comic books and strips on groundwood mechanical pulp, baled for recycling. Under HTS 4707.30.00.40 as other mechanical pulp printed matter. Mechanical process defines pulp type per notes.

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

• Test for colorfast inks; fading dyes can affect repulping quality and classification

• Declare exact moisture levels to prevent duty disputes on weight