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Security Black Printing Ink from Japan

Specialized black ink with security taggants for banknote and document printing. Classified HTS 3215.11.90.60 as other black printing ink with forensic detection features. UV-fluorescent and machine-readable.

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

• Require end-user certificates for secure document printing applications

• Comply with ITAR/EAR if taggants include controlled chemicals

• Provide authentication test protocols and spectral response curves