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Photopolymer Flexo Printing Sleeve from Japan

A photopolymer flexo printing sleeve, thin-walled with a printed relief image, designed for air-mandrel flexographic printing systems. This prepared cylinder is classified under tariff item 8442.50.00 as it is a printing component prepared for printing, enabling rapid job changes in flexographic presses.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Classify the sleeve as a prepared printing cylinder, not as a general rubber or plastic article

• Provide evidence of the relief image and preparation process to CBSA

• Check if the sleeve qualifies for duty-free treatment under trade agreements like CUSMA