HS Code for White ledger waste

White ledger waste is classified under HS code 4707.20. This code is designated for waste and scrap of paper or paperboard made mainly of bleached chemical pulp that has not been colored in the mass. In the context of the Harmonized System, heading 4707 is the primary category for recovered (waste and scrap) paper. Subheading 4707.20 specifically targets high-grade de-inking wood-free papers. This includes office stationery, ledger sheets, and certain types of computer printouts. The classification is critical because it distinguishes high-value chemical pulp waste from lower-value mechanical pulp waste or mixed scrap. To remain in this category, the waste must not contain significant amounts of unbleached fibers or mechanical pulp, as these would alter the recycling utility and the resulting tariff classification.

Products Included

• Sorted white ledger (SWL)
• Manifold white ledger
• Bleached chemical pulp office paper waste
• Unprinted white wood-free paper scrap
• Computer printout (CPO) waste without carbon

Common Misclassification

This product is often misclassified under 4707.10, which is intended for unbleached kraft paper or corrugated paperboard waste. It is also confused with 4707.30, which covers waste composed mainly of mechanical pulp, such as old newspapers (ONP) or magazines. If the white paper is heavily colored throughout the fiber (colored in the mass), it may be pushed into 4707.90, the category for other waste and scrap, including unsorted waste.

FAQ

What is the HS code for white ledger waste?

The HS code for white ledger waste is 4707.20, covering waste made mainly of bleached chemical pulp.

Does white ledger waste include shredded documents?

Yes, shredded documents are classified under 4707.20 provided they consist of bleached chemical pulp paper and are not contaminated with other materials like plastics or heavy dyes.