Mixed Printing Ink Solvent Waste from United States
This is a mixture of isopropanol and ethyl acetate waste from gravure printing cleanup, contaminated with inks. It qualifies as waste organic solvents from allied industries under Note 6(b) to Chapter 38. As it is not excluded by other notes, it is classified under tariff item 3825.49.00 as 'Other' waste organic solvents.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the waste is not mixed with petroleum-based oils, which would exclude it
• You may need to provide a waste analysis to the CBSA
• Consider pre-approval from environmental authorities for hazardous waste import