Soy-Based Black Printing Ink from Japan
Vegetable oil reduced black lithographic ink for environmentally friendly printing. Falls under 3215.11.90.60 as other black printing ink with soy/vegetable oil vehicles. Lower VOC emissions than petroleum-based.
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%
Import Tips
• Include soy oil content percentage and EPA Method 24 VOC test results
• Verify DFE (Design for Environment) formulation claims with supplier certificates
• Document rub resistance equivalence to petroleum inks for commercial acceptance