India Ink for Calligraphy from Mexico

A dense black pigment ink traditionally used for calligraphy, drawing, and lettering on paper or other surfaces. It falls under HTS 3215.90.50.00 as a writing or drawing ink that is neither printing ink nor specifically classified elsewhere in heading 3215. This category covers miscellaneous inks not concentrated or solid.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

11.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify the ink's pigment composition and ensure it meets VOC limits for environmental compliance

Provide detailed technical specs and end-use declarations to distinguish from printing inks

Label containers clearly with ink type and safety data sheets to prevent customs holds