Solvent-Based Gravure Printing Ink
High-performance ink for rotogravure printing on plastic films and foils, featuring fast-drying solvents for high-speed production. Falls under HTS 3215.19.90.60 as other printing ink not covered by color-specific or basic black subheadings. Common in food packaging.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated as black ink under 51% graphite
Black specification takes precedence over process type.
If over 50% solvent by weight in organic solution
Chapter notes shift solvent-heavy solutions to heading 3208.
If primarily a synthetic resin dispersion
Resin-based preparations without printing function classify as plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide toluene/xylene content analysis for hazmat declarations; obtain FDA compliance letters for food-contact packaging inks; avoid misdeclaration as lower-duty paints
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UV Curable Flexographic Printing Ink
A specialized printing ink formulated for flexographic presses using UV light to cure and dry instantly, commonly used for packaging labels and flexible materials. It falls under HTS 3215.19.90.60 as 'other' printing ink not specified elsewhere in the printing ink subheadings, distinct from black ink or specific color types. This classification covers non-standard formulations beyond basic categories.
Water-Based Screen Printing Ink
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White Offset Lithography Ink
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Metallic Silver Printing Ink
Shimmering silver ink containing aluminum flakes for decorative effects in flexo and gravure printing on labels and cards. Under HTS 3215.19.90.60 as other printing ink not specified by color or graphite content. Popular for holiday packaging.
Fluorescent Neon Pink Printing Ink
Vibrant fluorescent ink that glows under blacklight, used for security printing and promotional materials in offset processes. HTS 3215.19.90.60 covers this as other printing ink outside standard categories. Ideal for event tickets.
Food-Safe Blue Ink for Direct Printing
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.