Recycled Zinc Lithography Plate Scrap
Used printing plates from offset lithography presses, typically pure rolled zinc. Under HTS 7902.00.00.00 as zinc waste and scrap from graphic arts industry recycling.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If new zinc lithographic plates
Unprinted zinc plates over 0.15mm thick are under 7905 as wrought zinc products.
If with residual photosensitive emulsions
sensitized printing plates with chemical coatings are Chapter 37 photographic goods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Degrease and alkali-clean plates to remove printing inks; organic residues risk Chapter 37 waste classification
• Bundle by gauge/thickness for efficient customs valuation
• Certify non-Litho zinc content if mixed with aluminum plates
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