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U.S. imports of waste & scrap of unbleached kraft or corrugated paper/paperboard (occ) (HS 470710) totaled $4.9M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Waste & Scrap of Unbleached Kraft or Corrugated Paper/Paperboard (OCC) paid $4K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 7.2% on $52K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Waste & Scrap of Unbleached Kraft or Corrugated Paper/Paperboard (OCC) imports of $4.9M in April 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataOld corrugated containers (OCC) and unbleached kraft paper scrap are among the most actively traded recovered-fiber commodities, serving as the primary furnish for recycled containerboard and packaging mills. Classified under a single US tariff line (4707100000), this material is subject to strict grade specifications — moisture content, contamination limits, and bale density — that vary by end-market and buyer contract. Canada and Mexico dominate US import flows under this heading, reflecting cross-border mill supply chains, while South Korea and the Netherlands represent export-oriented recycling streams. Traders should monitor destination-country import regulations, as several major markets have tightened contamination thresholds for recovered paper.
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Recovered paper and paperboard scrap generally does not require an import permit at the federal level, but shipments must comply with EPA solid-waste regulations if the material is considered a waste rather than a commodity. Importers should ensure the material meets recognized recovered-paper grade specifications (such as ISRI grades) to support commodity — rather than waste — classification and avoid potential EPA scrutiny.
OCC traded under 4707100000 is expected to consist predominantly of corrugated containers with minimal non-paper contamination. Excessive moisture, plastic, or mixed-fiber content can downgrade the material to the unsorted waste category (470790) or trigger rejection at the mill. Buyers typically specify ISRI grade PS-11 or equivalent, and contracts often include moisture and outthrow tolerances that directly affect pricing and admissibility.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4707100000 | WASTE, SCRAP UNBLEACH KRAFT, CORRUGATD PAPER/PPRBD | $4.9M | 7.21% | $4K |
WASTE, SCRAP UNBLEACH KRAFT, CORRUGATD PAPER/PPRBD
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4707100000 | WASTE, SCRAP UNBLEACH KRAFT, CORRUGATD PAPER/PPRBD | $120.0M |
WASTE, SCRAP UNBLEACH KRAFT, CORRUGATD PAPER/PPRBD
745.3K t
CHEMICAL WOODPULP, SODA ETC. N DIS S BL & BL CONIF
HS 470321
CHEM WOODPULP, SODA ETC, N DIS S BL & BL NONCONIF
HS 470329
CHEM WDPULP SULFITE EX DSSLVNG GR CONIF SEMI/BLECH
HS 470421
CHEMICAL WOODPULP, DISSOLVING GRADES
HS 470200
CHEM WDPULP SULFATE EX DISSLVNG GR CONIF, UNBLEACH
HS 470311
SEMICHEMICAL WOODPULP
HS 470500
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $2K | $56.0M | +$56.0M |
| New York | $2.7M | $12.3M | +$9.6M |
| New Jersey | -- | $14.6M | +$14.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | -- | $24.4M | +$24.4M |
| NEW YORK, NY | -- | $20.0M | +$20.0M |
| OAKLAND, CA | -- | $19.0M | +$19.0M |