3215.11.90.60/Newsprint Black Lithographic Ink/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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