Sheetfed Offset Metallic Gold Ink
Leafing metallic gold ink for sheetfed offset lithography, used for luxury packaging and foiling effects. Though metallic, its non-standard formulation places it in HTS 3215.19.9050 as other offset lithographic ink.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in stamping foil form on supporting sheets
Chapter notes define stamping foils separately under 3212.90 for printing applications.
If for basic non-metallic black offset inks
Standard black is 3215.19.10; specialty metallic gold requires 'other' category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include flake size analysis (e.g
• 12-20 micron) to confirm lithographic suitability
• Separate metallic inks from base inks in documentation to prevent duty evasion claims
• Watch for reclassification if used in non-litho processes like screen printing
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