</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →

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

Sumi-E Brush Ink from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3215.90.50.00