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Solid Black Metal Can Printing Ink from Germany

Solid black ink blocks for lithographic printing on beverage and food cans. Classified under HTS 3215.11.3000 as 'other' solid black printing ink for two-piece can decoration. Resistant to retort sterilization processes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Metal release testing required for food contact compliance

• Two-piece vs three-piece can specifications affect ink formulation

• High gloss requirements distinguish from industrial marking inks