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Shredded Computer Printout Waste

Confused shreds from office laser and inkjet printouts, mixed with continuous forms. Classified as unsorted recovered paper under HTS 4707.90.00.00 for use in recycled office paper production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4707.20.00Same rate: 37.5%

If high-grade coated print paper

Sorted coated fine paper waste uses specific subheading for better quality scrap.

3825.10.01.00Lower: 20% vs 37.5%

If mixed with chemical residues

Hazardous waste mixtures fall under residual chemical preparations.

4702.00.00Same rate: 37.5%

If dissolved into pulp

High-purity dissolving grade pulp from processing elevates classification.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify data destruction for shredded confidential documents to meet privacy laws

• Screen for staple and paperclip contamination before export

• Declare as 'non-hazardous waste' explicitly on shipping manifests