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3215.11.90/Carbon Black Printing Ink/Japan

Carbon Black Printing Ink from Japan

A high-quality black printing ink formulated with carbon black pigment for offset lithography, used in commercial newspaper and magazine production. It falls under HTS 3215.11.90 as a black printing ink other than crude or similar inks in tablets. This classification applies to refined, ready-to-use inks for high-volume printing presses.

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

• Verify pigment composition and solvent content to avoid reclassification under heading 3212 for paint-like preparations

• Provide printing press compatibility certificates and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for customs clearance

Carbon Black Printing Ink from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3215.11.90