Label Black Printing Ink

Narrow web black ink for pressure-sensitive label printing. HTS 3215.11.90.60 for other black printing ink used on synthetic label stocks. Good adhesion to BOPP/PP films.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+35.0%36.8%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪Germany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇯🇵Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3919.90.50Higher: 40.8% vs 36.8%

If self-adhesive plasticizer concentrate

Label ink additives for plastics classify under self-adhesive preparations.

3215Same rate: 36.8%

If used for colored label printing

Non-black label inks classify under separate 'other color' subheadings.

3208.20.00.00Higher: 38.6% vs 36.8%

If nitrocellulose-based label varnish

Label overprint varnishes classify separately from pigment inks.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test adhesion on specific label substrates (BOPP, PET, paper) per PSTC standards

Include lightfastness ratings for outdoor label applications

Specify curing method (UV/EB/thermal) in technical data for proper classification

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