一财“再生纸浆”独家调查引重视，海关及行业协会出手整治

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese customs authority and the China Paper Association are taking steps to strengthen regulations and standards regarding the import of recycled pulp, particularly to prevent the entry of foreign waste disguised as recycled materials [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - The General Administration of Customs (GAC) is organizing a seminar to discuss the current situation of recycled pulp imports, focusing on production processes and associated risks [2]. - The GAC has a clear stance against the import of foreign waste, emphasizing a ban on any form of foreign waste entering China [1][2]. - Since 2021, there have been multiple cases of customs seizing shipments falsely declared as recycled pulp, highlighting ongoing issues with compliance [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Concerns - Experts express concerns about the dry grinding method used in producing recycled pulp, which skips essential purification processes, leading to potential contamination [6][7]. - The lack of proper processing in dry grinding can result in the presence of harmful contaminants such as plastics, heavy metals, and microorganisms, posing risks to public health and safety [6][7]. - There is a strong call within the industry for improved standards and regulations to ensure the quality and safety of imported recycled pulp [7][8]. Group 3: Historical Context - Since the implementation of the waste ban in 2021, there have been reports of foreign waste still entering China under the guise of recycled pulp, undermining the effectiveness of the ban [4][5]. - Specific incidents have been documented where shipments of substandard recycled pulp were rejected and returned, indicating ongoing challenges in enforcement [3][4].