US Aluminum Beverage Can Stock Litho Printed from Japan
Aluminum sheet coil produced in US rolling mills, exported for lithographic printing of beverage branding, returned for can forming operations. The printing adds significant value through multi-color graphics and protective coatings. Classified under 9802.00.60.00 metal processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document printing press specifications, ink formulations, and varnish curing parameters
• Maintain US rolling mill coil numbers linking substrate to printed stock
• Include rub/scratch resistance and light fastness test results