Web Press News Black Ink from Japan
High-volume black printing ink for rotary web offset presses printing daily newspapers. Falls under HTS 3215.11.90.10 as 'other' black news ink, optimized for continuous high-speed production on porous newsprint. Contains specialized resins for ink-water balance.
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
• Provide production volume specs showing suitability for web press speeds >1000 ft/min
• Include safety data sheets confirming non-hazardous classification for bulk ink shipments
• Avoid generic 'black ink' labeling; specify 'news' end-use to prevent broader printing ink classification