Carbon Black Printing Ink from Mexico
A high-pigment carbon black printing ink used in offset lithography for newspapers and commercial prints. It falls under HTS 3215.11.90.60 as a black printing ink not specifically formulated for gravure, flexography, or other excluded processes. This ink provides deep black tones and quick drying on paper substrates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify pigment composition and printing process compatibility to confirm classification under 3215.11; provide technical data sheets
• Ensure VOC content compliance with EPA regulations; include MSDS for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as gravure ink (3215.11.20) by specifying lithographic end-use in documentation