Opaque Zinc Oxide Printing Ink Base from Japan
High-hiding zinc oxide dispersion for white ink formulations in flexography. Classifies under HTS 3206.49.30.00 as coloring preparation before final ink mixing. Essential for achieving solid white coverage.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Grind gauge and Hegman gauge specs prove proper dispersion for coloring use
• Distinguish from finished inks (3215) by selling as color concentrate only
• REACH registration needed for EU destinations due to zinc compounds