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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sorted bamboo-based paperboard
Waste from bamboo paperboard is classified separately by material origin.
If chemically treated into plastics
If waste is dissolved and regenerated into cellulose acetate, it becomes waste of plastics.
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
Related Products under HTS 4707.90.00.00
Mixed Office Paper Waste
A blend of used printer paper, envelopes, and shredded documents collected from office recycling programs. Classified under HTS 4707.90.00.00 as unsorted recovered paper waste suitable for pulping and recycling into new paper products.
Newspaper and Magazine Scrap
Unsorted bundles of discarded newspapers, magazines, and flyers from curbside collections. HTS 4707.90.00.00 covers this as other recovered paper waste, commonly recycled into tissue or low-grade printing paper.
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.
Retail Packaging Scrap Mix
Assorted waste from store returns including paper bags, gift wrap, and labels. HTS 4707.90.00.00 applies to this unsorted paper and paperboard scrap for repulping into shopping bags.
Bookbinding Waste and Scrap
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.
Industrial Paper Dust and Trim
Fine dust and edge trims from paper mills and converting operations, unsorted. HTS 4707.90.00.00 for this low-grade recovered scrap used in particleboard or insulation.