Ink; for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid

HS v2022 Code: 321519

About ink; for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid

HS code 321519 covers a wide range of colored printing inks, excluding black ink. These inks are essential for various printing applications, from commercial publications to packaging and labeling. The colored ink industry plays a crucial role in the broader 32 Manufacture of other chemical products sector, enabling vibrant and impactful visual communication across numerous industries.

Production process

The production of colored printing inks typically involves a multi-step process. First, pigments are selected and dispersed in a suitable vehicle, such as oils or resins. The mixture is then milled to achieve the desired particle size and consistency. Additives, such as drying agents or rheology modifiers, may be incorporated to enhance the ink's performance characteristics. Finally, the ink is filtered and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the production of HS code 321519 inks include a variety of pigments, binders (e.g., oils, resins), and specialty additives. Manufacturers may also require specialized milling and mixing equipment, as well as quality control testing apparatus to ensure the final product meets industry standards.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 321519 is colored printing inks, which are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 17 Manufacture of paper and paper products, 18 Printing and reproduction of recorded media, and 25 Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment. These inks are used in a variety of printing applications, such as commercial printing, packaging, and labeling.

Revisions to 321519

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 321519. The most recent 1 version of this code (321519) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 321519.

Family tree for ink; for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/32'>32: Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3215'>3215: Ink; printing, writing or drawing ink and other inks; whether or not concentrated or solid</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/321519'>321519: Ink; for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/321511'>321511: Ink; for printing, black, whether or not concentrated or solid</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/321590'>321590: Ink; writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid</a>"]

    

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