DA-RFO 02 GYMNASIUM EQUIPMENT WHOLESALING

Material: Post-consumer newspapers collected for recycling
Grade: Typically aligned with ISRI Paper Stock Specification Guidelines (e.g., ONP Grade #8)
Source: Households, offices, collection centers
2. Physical Characteristics
Form: Loose, baled, or bundled
Color: Mostly black-and-white newsprint (some color inserts acceptable)
Paper Type: Groundwood newsprint
3. Quality Requirements
Clean, dry, and free from excessive dirt
No signs of burning or water damage
Newspapers should be:
Uncoated
Non-laminated
Not heavily ink-saturated beyond normal print
4. Prohibitive Materials (Not Allowed)
Plastic, metal, glass
Wax-coated or laminated paper
Food waste or organic contamination
Hazardous materials
5. Outthrows (Limited Allowance)
Magazines, inserts, or other paper grades
Cardboard or office paper
Typically limited to ≤ 5% (depending on buyer agreement)
6. Moisture Content
Maximum: 10–12%
Must be free from rain-soaked or wet bales