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Newsprint Black Lithographic Ink from Japan

Low-tack black ink formulated for high-speed lithographic newsprint presses. Falls under HTS 3215.11.90.60 as other black printing ink for newspaper production. Features newsink-specific drying properties and minimal set-off.

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 press speed and paper absorption test data to validate newsprint-specific formulation

• Comply with FDA indirect food contact regulations if used on food packaging wrappers

• Document ink yield and coverage rates to prevent undervaluation disputes