CM18 – Traditional Chinese Ink, Ultra Black

CM18 is a very dense black, water-resistant ink that contains almost double the pigment of CY18. It creates unique tones when thinned with water and works on porous and less porous papers, including metallics. Made explicitly for Chinese art techniques, but suitable for all ink work, painting, drawing and calligraphy. Fade-resistant and water re-soluble. Chinese inks produce slightly cooler tones than Japanese inks. The bottle contains 180 ml (approximately 6.1 oz) of ink and comes boxed.

The unique adhesive formulation of these inks allows for increased stability, but they will reconstitute in water. When these inks dry on absorbent papers, they can be wet mounted (i.e., the water-based adhesive is used to bond the artwork to the mounting surface without bleeding or smearing).

Mixes with Chinese watercolours for interesting effects. A convenient lid design with an easy pour cap allows for more control and fewer spills.

Because this is a pigment ink, not a dye ink, it should not be used in refillable pens. These links are not acrylic inks, nor are there acrylic properties or ingredients in them.

• Dimensions: 2 7/32” x 1 1/2” x 5 15/16”
• Weight: 8.1 oz
• Conforms to ASTM D-4236