Offset Printing Rubber Blanket
An offset printing rubber blanket is a rubberized textile product with a compressible rubber layer bonded to a polyester fabric base. It transfers ink from the plate to the substrate in offset lithographic printing. This product is classified under 5911.10.00 as a textile fabric coated with rubber of a kind used for technical purposes in printing.
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 textile is entirely embedded in plastic or rubber
Products where the textile is completely embedded in plastics are classified in Chapter 39.
If the blanket is cut to shape or has additional features for specific machinery
Technical textile articles for machinery use, other than those of 5911.10.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the polyester fabric is not completely embedded in rubber, which would shift classification to Chapter 39
• Keep technical specifications showing the product is designed for offset printing machinery
• Ensure the rubber coating is visible without magnification to meet Chapter 59 Note 2 requirements
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