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Eco-Friendly Flexographic Ink for Recycled Cartons

Low-VOC, bio-based flexographic ink for printing on recycled paperboard cartons, using soy-derived vehicles and pigments. Falls under HTS 3215.19.90.20 as other flexographic inks suitable for sustainable packaging. Meets strict environmental printing standards.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+37.5%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+60.0%61.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3215.90.10.00Higher: 40.6% vs 39.3%

If classified as writing or drawing ink

Non-printing artistic inks go to 3215.90, differentiated by application method.

1518.00Lower: 20.5% vs 39.3%

If predominantly vegetable oil vehicle

High oil content (>50%) classifies as incomplete vegetable oils under Chapter 15.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 39.3%

If for industrial chemical preparations

Mixed preparations not principally inks may fall under chemical mixtures heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify bio-content percentage with third-party lab tests for green claims and duty drawback eligibility

• Ensure GHS labeling for all components to pass CBP chemical review