Sumi-E Brush Ink from Canada
Traditional Japanese stick ink ground into liquid for sumi-e brush painting. Liquid form classifies under HTS 3215.90.50.00 as other drawing ink. Soot-based for deep blacks.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide grinding instructions to affirm liquid ink status
• Cultural heritage declarations aid artistic classification
• Avoid glue-heavy formulas resembling excluded compounds