Bookbinding Waste and Scrap from Japan
Trimmings, rejects, and damaged books from printing presses, unsorted. Under HTS 4707.90.00.00 as other recovered paper waste, repurposed for cultural paper recycling.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Remove cloth or leather covers to avoid contamination in pulp lines
• Document glue types used to assess repulpability
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for wood-free transport