White Offset Lithography Ink

Opaque white ink used in offset printing for spot color highlights on paper and board, providing high opacity for packaging. Classified in HTS 3215.19.90.60 as other printing ink beyond black or standard colors. Essential for premium branding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+35.0%36.8%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪Germany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇯🇵Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3206.50.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 36.8%

If imported as inorganic color pigment concentrate

Pure pigments without ink binders fall under heading 3206.

3215.19.10.00Lower: 35% vs 36.8%

If contains significant carbon black making it black

Color dominance determines black ink classification.

3212.10.00.00Higher: 39.7% vs 36.8%

If in stamping foil form on supporting sheet

Chapter notes define stamping foils separately in 3212.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test titanium dioxide content for pigment verification; ensure lightfastness certificates; package in nitrogen-flushed containers to prevent drying

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