Flexographic Black Ink for Corrugated Packaging from Japan
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.
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
• 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