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Flexographic Black Ink for Corrugated Boxes

Water-based black flexo ink optimized for printing on corrugated cardboard for shipping boxes. Falls under HTS 3215.11.90 as other black printing ink, formulated for high adhesion on recycled board.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.8%+37.5%39.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3215.11.10Lower: 37.5% vs 39.3%

If in crude or tablet form for on-site mixing

Unrefined black ink in tablets or crude condition uses the specific subheading.

3204.17.20Lower: 31.5% vs 39.3%

If synthetic organic pigment-based without full ink formulation

Pure pigments for dye production exclude finished inks per Chapter 32 notes.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Test for heavy metal content in pigments to meet FDA indirect food contact if used on packaging

β€’ Provide dilution ratios and press type documentation