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Color News Ink for Tabloids

Colour news ink for tabloid newspapers, a vivid spot colour formulation balanced for high absorbency and fast press speeds. It is classified under 3215.19.00 as 'other' printing ink, as the tariff item does not distinguish news inks from other colours.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3215.11.00Same rate: Free

If the ink is black

Black printing inks are classified separately.

3215.90.00Same rate: Free

If the ink is for writing or drawing

This subheading covers non-printing inks.

3212.10.00Same rate: Free

If the ink is put up for retail sale

Retail-packed colouring matter falls under heading 32.12 per section note 2.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Although the product is for newsprint, the Canadian tariff item 3215.19.00 covers all 'other' printing inks without a specific news ink subheading

β€’ Ensure the ink is not a separate chemically defined compound, which would be excluded by chapter note 1(a)

β€’ Keep documentation of the ink's newsprint-specific rheology for CBSA verification

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