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Thermochromic Color-Changing Printing Ink from Japan

Temperature-sensitive ink that changes color when heated, used for novelty packaging and security labels in flexographic printing. Under HTS 3215.19.90.60 as other specialty printing ink. Popular for beverage labels.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide activation temperature range documentation; test for reversibility cycles; avoid extreme temperature exposure during shipping