Liquid Methyl Ester Gum for Printing Inks from Mexico
Liquid methyl ester gum serves as a solvent-free plasticizer in lithographic and gravure printing inks. Its low viscosity enables high pigment loading without tack buildup. HTS 3806.30.00.00 includes these rosin-derived liquid ester gums.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Acid number <10 mg KOH/g prevents ink acidity issues
• Flash point >93°C documentation required for ink manufacturing
• Common misclassification as essential oils (3301) if odor emphasized