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China’s slightly laxed limit does little for paper

Published: December 5, 2017
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China officially announced last month that most inbound loads of recyclables will be allowed no more than 0.5 percent contamination, which is slightly less stringent than initial proposals. But industry executives recently noted that when it comes to recovered paper, that’s largely a moot point.

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California recycled paper mill shutters

Published: December 12, 2017
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Graphic Packaging closed down its Santa Clara, Calif. facility in early December. Photo: Google Maps

Graphic Packaging closed its Santa Clara, Calif. recycled paperboard mill at the beginning of December, citing high costs and market volatility as contributing to the decision.

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How federal tax cuts would impact recycling industry

Published: December 4, 2017
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Tax reform legislation moving through Congress could help recycling companies deduct equipment expenditures.

Tax reform bills approved by the U.S. House and Senate include sweeping cuts to business taxes, and recycling industry associations are applauding the business-friendly measures.

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