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Metallic Gold Letterpress Ink from Japan

Bronze powder-based metallic gold ink for letterpress printing, creating luxury foil-like effects on packaging. Falls under HTS 3215.19.90.40 as other letterpress printing ink. Special particle size distribution prevents plate clogging in letterpress systems.

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

• Declare metallic pigment percentage and leafing properties in entry documents

• Include rub and adhesion test results for luxury packaging applications