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Shredded Computer Printout Waste from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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