Soy-Based Newspaper Black Ink from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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