--- product_id: 696521373 title: "Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink - for Artists and Students - 1 oz. Glass Bottle (HIG44201)" brand: "higgins" price: "VT3327" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Higgins" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/696521373-black-india-pigmented-drawing-ink-for-artists-and-students-1 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Water-reactive for smooth blending Dropper bottle for spill-free use Precise pen & brush control Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink - for Artists and Students - 1 oz. Glass Bottle (HIG44201) **Brand:** higgins **Price:** VT3327 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your art with the ink that blends precision and depth flawlessly! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink - for Artists and Students - 1 oz. Glass Bottle (HIG44201) by higgins - **How much does it cost?** VT3327 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/696521373-black-india-pigmented-drawing-ink-for-artists-and-students-1) ## Best For - higgins enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted higgins brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Meets Versatility:** Ideal for dip pens, brushes, and technical pens—perfect for detailed line work and bold strokes alike. - • **Effortless, Clean Dispensing:** Glass bottle with dropper ensures precise ink flow and zero mess—stay focused on your masterpiece. - • **Seamless Water-Blend Mastery:** Non-waterproof formula enables flawless shading, washes, and soft gradients for dynamic depth. - • **Fast-Dry, Smudge-Resistant Finish:** Dries quickly to lock in your work, perfect for fast-paced creative sessions without smearing. - • **Layer & Dilute for Infinite Shades:** Lightest carbon pigment ink that builds from subtle grays to rich, dense blacks with ease. ## Overview Higgins Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink is a warm, semi-opaque, non-waterproof ink designed for artists and students seeking rich blacks with water-reactive blending capabilities. Its carbon pigment formula allows layering from light gray tones to dense blacks, dries quickly without smudging, and is compatible with brushes and dip pens. Packaged in a spill-proof dropper bottle, it’s AP Non-Toxic and made in the USA, making it a reliable, versatile choice for professional-quality ink work. ## Description Higgins Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink, 1 oz. Glass Bottle A warm black, this is a true artist’s ink. Non-waterproof black holds precise pen line work as well as bold strokes and delicate brushwork. It differs greatly from black watercolor in that watercolor displays more water solubility and transparency than non-waterproof black ink due to the gum arabic binder. Non-waterproof black ink is semi-opaque and staining: dry edges may be softened, but are not completely lifted. This non-waterproof formula allows for seamless blending, shading, and washes — ideal for artists who seek to create depth and dimension in their work. The ink’s reactivity to water enables delicate transitions and soft gradients. This ink is forgiving, allowing for corrections and adjustments. Its carefully balanced, carbon pigment formula is the lightest of the Higgins India Inks, but can be layered to create dense areas of black, as well as diluted to create subtle shifts in the lightest gray tones. Bottles contain dropper to make ink easy to dispense without the risk of spilling. AP Non-Toxic, conforms to ASTM D-4241 and Made in USA. Review: Love - Black India Ink has been a fantastic addition to my art supplies for class projects. The deep, rich black pigment delivers an intense, consistent tone that really makes line work and illustrations pop. Whether I’m doing detailed pen-and-ink drawings, mixed-media pieces, or brush washes, the ink performs reliably every time. One of the biggest strengths of this ink is its smooth flow and opacity. It doesn’t streak or fade when applied, and it offers great coverage even with light layers. It dries fairly quickly (which is great for fast-paced class sessions), and once dry it stays put without smudging — perfect for students who are still mastering control and technique. I also appreciate how versatile it is: it works wonderfully with dip pens, brushes, and technical pens alike. Cleanup is easy with just a bit of water, and the bottle is sturdy and easy to pour. Review: Real india ink, super black, worked for off-label use - Perfect real india ink with shellac! It's getting harder to find real india ink lately. I used this ink to recharge some Pitt artist's pens that had dried out in my drawer after sitting in their packaging for a few (like about 10) years. It worked beautifully for this -- a few drops from the supplied dropper into the back of the pen and a little time (overnight) and it was like my pen was new again! Do NOT use this in a fountain pen though -- only for dip pens and brushes -- or, off-label -- to recharge (refill) a Pitt india ink artists marker. ## Features - A warm black, this is a true artist’s ink. Non-waterproof black holds precise pen line work as well as bold strokes and delicate brushwork. It differs greatly from black watercolor in that watercolor displays more water solubility and transparency than non-waterproof black ink due to the gum arabic binder. Non-waterproof black ink is semi-opaque and staining: dry edges may be softened, but are not completely lifted. - This non-waterproof formula allows for seamless blending, shading, and washes — ideal for artists who seek to create depth and dimension in their work. The ink’s reactivity to water enables delicate transitions and soft gradients. - This ink is forgiving, allowing for corrections and adjustments. Its carefully balanced, carbon pigment formula is the lightest of the Higgins India Inks, but can be layered to create dense areas of black, as well as diluted to create subtle shifts in the lightest gray tones. - Use with brushes and dip pens on paper, board and film. Clean tools with tap water immediately after use or use Higgins Pen Cleaner (#45101) for dried ink. - Bottles contain dropper to make ink easy to dispense without the risk of spilling. AP Non-Toxic, conforms to ASTM D-4241 and Made in USA. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0DPNM52ZG | | Best Sellers Rank | #6,083 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #4 in Drawing Inks | | Brand Name | Higgins | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (153) | | Ink Color | Black | | Item Weight | 0.11 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Chartpak, Inc. | | Paint Type | Pigment | | UPC | 014173433633 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Volume | 30 Milliliters | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Higgins - **Item Volume:** 30 Milliliters - **Manufacturer:** Chartpak, Inc. - **Package Information:** Bottle - **Paint Type:** Pigment ## Images ![Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink - for Artists and Students - 1 oz. Glass Bottle (HIG44201) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fvuiydx6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love *by H***N on January 4, 2026* Black India Ink has been a fantastic addition to my art supplies for class projects. The deep, rich black pigment delivers an intense, consistent tone that really makes line work and illustrations pop. Whether I’m doing detailed pen-and-ink drawings, mixed-media pieces, or brush washes, the ink performs reliably every time. One of the biggest strengths of this ink is its smooth flow and opacity. It doesn’t streak or fade when applied, and it offers great coverage even with light layers. It dries fairly quickly (which is great for fast-paced class sessions), and once dry it stays put without smudging — perfect for students who are still mastering control and technique. I also appreciate how versatile it is: it works wonderfully with dip pens, brushes, and technical pens alike. Cleanup is easy with just a bit of water, and the bottle is sturdy and easy to pour. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Real india ink, super black, worked for off-label use *by L***T on March 22, 2025* Perfect real india ink with shellac! It's getting harder to find real india ink lately. I used this ink to recharge some Pitt artist's pens that had dried out in my drawer after sitting in their packaging for a few (like about 10) years. It worked beautifully for this -- a few drops from the supplied dropper into the back of the pen and a little time (overnight) and it was like my pen was new again! Do NOT use this in a fountain pen though -- only for dip pens and brushes -- or, off-label -- to recharge (refill) a Pitt india ink artists marker. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommend *by D***Z on January 27, 2026* Good quality paint ## Frequently Bought Together - Higgins Black India Pigmented Drawing Ink - for Artists and Students - 1 oz. 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