Sheetfed Offset Metallic Gold Ink from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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