Flexographic Black Ink for Corrugated Packaging
A water-based flexographic printing ink in black color, designed specifically for high-speed printing on corrugated cardboard boxes used in shipping and packaging. It classifies under HTS 3215.11.90.20 as a flexographic printing ink that is black and not of the specified packaging types. This ink provides excellent adhesion and opacity on porous substrates like corrugated board.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged for retail sale in immediate containers under 8 kg
Retail-packaged printing inks shift to subheading 3215.19 for consumer sales, excluding bulk industrial inks.
If not specifically flexographic but another type of black printing ink
Flexographic inks have a dedicated subheading; other black printing inks like lithographic fall under different 3215.11 provisions.
If considered a chemical preparation rather than ink
Preparations not specifically inks may classify under Chapter 38 as mixtures, per chapter notes excluding certain defined compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the ink's solvent content and VOC levels to comply with EPA regulations on volatile organic compounds for printing inks
• Provide detailed technical data sheets showing it's flexographic black ink not in retail packaging to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling includes pigment composition and end-use to prevent issues with FDA if used on food packaging
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