Tachikawa T-26 G nib Holder with India Ink Pen from Japan
The Tachikawa T-26 G is a straight manga pen holder designed for use with disposable India ink cartridges or dip nibs, providing balance and control for comic artists. Classified under HTS 9608.30.00.31 as an India ink drawing pen system optimized for line art in illustration and animation. It uses traditional sumi-style India ink for bold, consistent strokes.
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 comic/manga industry certifications or catalogs showing India ink compatibility to support drawing pen status
• Declare holder-nib combinations as complete pens; separate nibs risk 9609 parts classification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could trigger Chapter 90 scrutiny