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Soy-Based Newspaper Black Ink from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

11.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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