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Direct-to-Plate Thermal CTP Aluminum Plate from Japan

Thermal-sensitive aluminum plate for infrared laser imaging in CTP systems, eliminating film processing. HTS 8442.50.10.00 includes this digitally-prepared plate for modern offset lithographic printing workflows.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide thermal sensitivity wavelength specs matching common CTP lasers

• Certify plate flatness tolerances critical for printing press mounting

• Avoid 'consumable media' declaration; emphasize durable printing plate function