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Flexographic Water-Based Ink for Corrugated Packaging from Japan

This flexographic ink is formulated with water-based resins and pigments designed for high-speed printing on corrugated cardboard used in shipping boxes. It falls under HTS 3215.19.90.20 as a specialized printing ink for flexographic processes, not covered by other subheadings like black ink or specific color types. Its low VOC content makes it ideal for sustainable packaging applications.

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

• Verify ink composition meets EPA VOC limits; provide lab analysis certificates to avoid misclassification as hazardous material

• Label containers with exact pigment types and solvent percentages to comply with TSCA chemical import regulations