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Newsprint

Newsprint is a type of groundwood paper generally used to print newspapers. Recovered-content newsprint is usually manufactured from fiber recovered from old newspapers and magazines. The federal government uses newsprint for printing the Federal Register, Congressional Record, and other publications.

EPA's Recommended Recovered Fiber Content Levels for Newsprint
Item Postconsumer Fiber (%): Recovered Fiber (%):
Newsprint 20-85 20-100

NOTE: The content levels should be read as X% recovered fiber, including Y% postconsumer fiber and not as X% recovered fiber plus Y% postconsumer fiber.

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Database of Manufacturers and Suppliers
This database identifies manufacturers and suppliers of newsprint containing recovered fiber.

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