Unsorted Cardboard Scrap

Baled mixture of corrugated boxes, folding cartons, and other paperboard waste from packaging operations. Falls under HTS 4707.90.00.00 as other recovered waste and scrap paperboard, ideal for repulping into new containers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4707.30.00Same rate: 35%

If sorted bamboo-based paperboard

Waste from bamboo paperboard is classified separately by material origin.

3915.10.00Same rate: 35%

If chemically treated into plastics

If waste is dissolved and regenerated into cellulose acetate, it becomes waste of plastics.

4703.21.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If semi-chemical pulp processed

Advanced processing into semi-bleached coniferous pulp moves it out of waste category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for moisture content below 10% to prevent mold during ocean transit and ensure pulp quality

Label bales clearly with HTS code and 'recovered waste' to facilitate customs clearance

Avoid mixing with food-contact paperboard if destined for packaging to prevent regulatory issues