HS Code for Mixed paper scrap
Mixed paper scrap is classified under HS code 4707.90. This code falls under Chapter 47, which covers pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material, as well as recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard. Heading 4707 is specifically designated for recovered paper. Subheading 4707.90 is a residual category for "other" waste and scrap, including unsorted waste and scrap. This classification is used when the paper waste is not sorted into specific high-grade categories like unbleached kraft or bleached chemical pulp. In the context of global recycling markets, 4707.90 is the primary code for municipal collected paper, mixed office waste, and general paper scrap that contains a variety of fiber types. The classification requires that the material be fit only for the recovery of fibers or for use as a raw material in paper manufacturing. It should not contain significant amounts of non-paper contaminants that would change its nature to general municipal waste (Chapter 95) or plastic waste (Chapter 39).
Products Included
- Unsorted residential paper recycling
- Mixed office paper waste
- Magazines and catalogs mixed with newsprint
- Shredded mixed paper documents
- Scrap paperboard mixed with various paper grades
Common Misclassification
Mixed paper is often misclassified under 4707.10, 4707.20, or 4707.30. These codes are reserved for specific, sorted grades: 4707.10 for unbleached kraft paper, 4707.20 for paper made mainly of bleached chemical pulp, and 4707.30 for paper made mainly of mechanical pulp (like old newspapers). If the shipment contains a mixture of these without sorting, using the specific codes is incorrect, and 4707.90 must be used.
FAQ
What is the HS code for mixed paper scrap?
The correct HS code for unsorted or mixed recovered paper and paperboard is 4707.90.
Can paper scrap with plastic windows be classified here?
Yes, as long as the product remains predominantly paper waste intended for fiber recovery, minor inclusions like plastic envelope windows do not typically remove it from 4707.90.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Mixed paper scrap?
The HS code for Mixed paper scrap is 470790 (Paper or paperboard; waste and scrap, of paper or paperboard n.e.c. in heading no. 4707 and of unsorted waste and scrap).
How do I classify Mixed paper scrap for customs?
Mixed paper scrap is classified under HS code 470790 — Paper or paperboard; waste and scrap, of paper or paperboard n.e.c. in heading no. 4707 and of unsorted waste and scrap. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Mixed paper scrap the same in all countries?
The base HS code 470790 for Mixed paper scrap is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.