Soy-Based Newspaper Black Ink
Environmentally friendly black printing ink using soy oil vehicles for newspaper offset lithography. Classified HTS 3215.11.90.10 as news black ink due to its newsprint-specific viscosity and drying profile. Reduces VOC emissions compared to petroleum-based alternatives.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If vegetable oil vehicle dominates composition
High vegetable oil content (>70%) may classify as incomplete ink mixtures under oils.
If tree-derived resin content ≥20% by weight
inks with significant tree gum resins transfer to specific subheading 3215.90.
If for industrial fatty acid/soap-based preparations
Soy-derived surfactant heavy formulations may fall under chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify vegetable oil content percentage; high soy may affect viscosity classification
• Provide biodegradability test results for eco-friendly claims during Customs review
• Ensure color fastness specs match newsprint requirements to avoid magazine ink reclassification
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