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Siegwerk Black Gravure Process Ink

Siegwerk's standard black process ink for gravure printing on publication gravure magazines and catalogs. Provides deep black tones with good transfer on paper substrates. Classified in HTS 3215.11.90.30 for other black gravure inks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+37.5%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3215.11.90Same rate: 39.3%

If specifically for packaging applications

Packaging gravure inks have a distinct statistical suffix.

3215Same rate: 39.3%

If toluene-based rather than general solvent

Toluene inks shift to specific solvent subheadings.

5903.90Lower: 15.2% vs 39.3%

If applied to textile fabrics as printing ink

Textile printing inks are classified by material under Chapter 59.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include mill certificates proving pigment purity to avoid duties as synthetic organic coloring matter

• Test for lightfastness documentation if claiming special rates

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