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Flexographic Black Ink for Corrugated Boxes from Japan

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.

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

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

• Provide dilution ratios and press type documentation