Polished Lithographic Printing Stone from Mexico
Bavarian limestone slab planed, grained, and polished to create a lithographic surface for artistic and specialty printing. It qualifies under HTS 8442.50.90.00 as a prepared lithographic stone for printing purposes. Traditional preparation enhances ink-repellent properties for offset-free lithography.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Include geological certification proving limestone composition suitable for lithography
• Document surface preparation (graining/polishing specs) to prevent reclassification as mere stone
• Declare flatness tolerances (e.g
• <0.1mm) as evidence of printing readiness