Lithol Red Lake Paste from Japan
Lithol rubine 4B lake paste (PR 57:4) in 40% solids for easy dispersion in offset inks and paints. Still classified under HTS 3205.00.50.20 as red lake preparation, not excluded paste form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure solvent content; must be <50% volatile organics or shifts to 3208
• Paste form common; include viscosity specs and dispersion medium