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Food-Safe Blue Ink for Direct Printing from Japan

Non-toxic blue ink approved for direct printing on edible surfaces like candy wrappers and fruit, meeting strict migration standards. Classified under HTS 3215.19.90.60 as other printing ink. Used in confectionery packaging.

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

• Provide EU 10/2011 and FDA compliance certifications; conduct migration testing reports; declare all colorants by E-number or FD&C designation