UV Curable Flexographic Printing Ink

A specialized printing ink that cures under ultraviolet light, used in flexographic printing for packaging labels and flexible materials. It falls under HTS 3215.19.90 as a printing ink not specifically covered by other subheadings like black ink or inks for specific uses. This classification applies to its formulation beyond standard categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.8%+35.0%36.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3215.11Lower: 11.8% vs 36.8%

If black ink

Black printing inks are specifically classified under 3215.11, separating them from colored 'other' inks.

3212.10.00Higher: 39.7% vs 36.8%

If put up in retail packaging under 8kg

Inks in forms or packings for retail sale shift to 3212, excluding bulk printing inks.

3208.10.00Higher: 38.7% vs 36.8%

If based on polyamides

Polyamide-based printing inks fall under heading 3208 for specific synthetic organic colorant preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify ink composition and VOC content for EPA compliance; provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) at customs

β€’ Label containers clearly with ink type, color, and curing method to avoid misclassification