Sumi-E Brush Ink from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide grinding instructions to affirm liquid ink status
• Cultural heritage declarations aid artistic classification
• Avoid glue-heavy formulas resembling excluded compounds