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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of waste & scrap paper/paperboard from mechanical pulp (newspapers, journals & similar) (SITC 25113) totaled $677K in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Waste & Scrap Paper/Paperboard from Mechanical Pulp (Newspapers, Journals & Similar) imports of $677K in April 2026 ran 19% above the year-to-date monthly average of $567K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataOld newspapers, journals, and similar printed matter made mainly from mechanical (groundwood) pulp form one of the most widely traded recovered-paper streams globally, serving as a primary furnish for newsprint recycling and lower-grade packaging board. Mechanical pulp content gives this grade its characteristic yellowing tendency and higher lignin load, which limits its use in brightness-sensitive applications. Exporters should be aware that several destination markets impose import controls or quality standards on recovered paper to limit contamination, and documentation of fiber composition is increasingly required at customs.
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Mechanical pulp retains most of the wood's lignin, which causes yellowing and limits brightness. Mills buying this grade for newsprint or corrugating medium accept that limitation, but buyers targeting tissue or white-top liner would reject it. Correctly identifying the pulp type prevents costly disputes over fiber quality at destination.
Yes. Several major importing countries have tightened recovered-paper import standards, requiring low contamination levels and, in some cases, import permits or pre-shipment inspection. Exporters should verify the current admissibility rules of the destination country before booking shipments, as non-compliant loads can be refused or quarantined.
Monthly import values over time
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