UV Curable Flexographic Printing Ink
UV curable flexographic printing ink, formulated to cure rapidly under ultraviolet light for high-speed printing on packaging labels and flexible films. It is classified under tariff item 3215.19.00 as 'other' printing ink, not being a separate chemically defined compound or a product of heading 32.12.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the ink is black in colour
Black printing inks are specifically classified under this subheading, while 3215.19.00 covers all other colours.
If the product is not a printing ink but a writing or drawing ink
This subheading covers inks other than printing inks, such as those for pens or markers.
If the ink is put up in forms or packings for retail sale
Chapter note 1(a) and section note 2 direct retail-packed colouring matter to heading 32.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ink is not put up in measured doses or for retail sale, as that would shift classification to heading 32.12
• Provide a safety data sheet (SDS) to the CBSA if requested, as UV inks may contain reactive monomers
• Verify the ink does not contain substances restricted under Canadian consumer product safety regulations
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