UV-Curable Letterpress Black Ink from Japan
A radiation-curable black ink designed for high-speed letterpress operations, curing instantly under UV light for non-porous substrates like plastics. Classified in HTS 3215.11.90.40 as it is a specialized black letterpress printing ink, not a general drawing or writing ink.
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
• Submit Safety Data Sheets (SDS) detailing photoinitiators and monomers to confirm compliance with TSCA chemical import rules
• Declare curing technology and substrate compatibility to distinguish from conventional solvent inks during classification review
• Ensure packaging prevents light exposure; mislabeled UV inks may be held for hazardous material inspection