Paper Recycling Yield Calculator

Calculate usable fiber yield from recycled paper, accounting for moisture, contaminants, deinking losses, and process losses. Includes cost analysis vs. virgin pulp.

Inputs

Feed weight (tons)

Feed moisture (%)

Contaminants (%)

Deinking loss (%)

Process loss (%)

Feed cost ($/ton)

Tab to move between fields

Results

Usable fiber (tons)

7.64

Overall yield (%)76.39

Reject/sludge (tons)2.36

Cost per ton usable ($)$157.09

Total feed cost ($)$1,200

Savings vs. virgin ($)$5,674.88

How to Use This Calculator

Enter the feed weight (tons) of incoming recycled paper stock.
Set feed moisture (%) and contaminant percentage (plastics, staples, adhesives).
Input deinking loss (%) and process loss (%) for your mill's specific operation.
Enter the feed cost per ton from your supplier.
Review Usable Fiber (tons), Overall Yield (%), Cost per Ton Usable, and Savings vs. Virgin fiber.

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