Low-VOC Letterpress Black Ink from Japan
An environmentally friendly black ink for letterpress with reduced volatile organic compounds, suitable for indoor printing operations. It qualifies under HTS 3215.11.90.40 as a compliant black letterpress printing ink, not a paint or general preparation.
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 third-party VOC testing results (<250 g/L) to expedite customs and EPA review
• Label as 'Low-VOC Letterpress Ink' with exact formulation to prevent generic ink misclassification
• Check state-specific air quality import restrictions beyond federal HTS rules