Sumi-E Brush Ink from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide grinding instructions to affirm liquid ink status
• Cultural heritage declarations aid artistic classification
• Avoid glue-heavy formulas resembling excluded compounds