Carbon Black Pigmented Letterpress Ink from Japan
High-strength black ink using furnace carbon black pigment for letterpress, delivering deep color on matte stocks. Classified in HTS 3215.11.90.40 for its letterpress-specific rheology and pigmentation optimized for relief printing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document pigment particle size (20-50nm) confirming print quality for letterpress validation
• Ensure no heavy metal content exceeding 100ppm per CPSC ink safety standards
• Batch test for lightfastness to support durability claims during import valuation