My item came with an addition of a tiny jar of gooey black ink looking something. What is it?

It's ink paste. Lquid ink is not easy to take along with especially by plane. But ink paste is ok to take by plane. Just adding water to mix with ink paste, you'll get liquid ink then. You can control ink thickness by yourself. Thickness depends on how much water you add.

Can this be used in a fountain pen? Thanks

The short answer is no. Most sumi ink will clog up fountain pens although there are a few specialty pens and some special sumi inks that are being manufactured nowadays (personally I keep my inks separate) best bet for your fountain pen's health is not to use sumi ink. This ink is great for quill pens, dip pens and of course brush painting.

Is this mz001 hmayart black sumi liquid ink thick enough to use for thin calligraphy paper, please?

Sure！This ink is specially for Chinese calligraphy and Chinese painting on thin xuan paper such as calligraphy paper and painting paper.

Does this ink contain Shellac? I am looking for one that does?

Yes. Chinese traditional ink includes some different kinds of glue to keep and lock in ink. White Shellac is one of them.

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MZ001 Black Sumi Liquid Ink for Japanese Brush Calligraphy & Chinese Traditional Artworks 250ml (Black)

Product ID: 258892592

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Brand
Hmayart
Item volume
250
Manufacturer
Hmayart
Package information
Bottle
Paint type
Watercolor

🌿natural traditional formulation

💧waterproof after drying

🖌️250ml premium pine soot ink

112.35 DT

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Description

🖤 Elevate your brushwork with timeless ink mastery — don’t let your art miss this classic edge!

WATERPROOF MASTERY - Once dried, your artwork resists water, enabling multiple layering and wet mounting without smudging.
READY TO USE LIQUID INK - No mixing needed—just open and create with smooth, consistent flow perfect for brush calligraphy and painting.
OPTIMIZED FOR XUAN PAPER - Specially designed to absorb perfectly on delicate Xuan paper, enhancing brushstroke precision and texture.
SPILL RESISTANT PACKAGING - Innovative bottle design prevents leaks and mess, keeping your creative space pristine and focused.
AUTHENTIC PINE SOOT FORMULA - Experience the rich, deep black tones crafted from pure pine soot for unmatched traditional artistry.

MZ001 Black Sumi Liquid Ink is a 250ml bottle of premium Chinese traditional ink made from natural pine soot. Designed specifically for brush calligraphy and traditional Chinese painting, it offers deep black pigmentation, waterproof durability after drying, and optimal absorption on Xuan paper. The ready-to-use liquid formula comes in a spill-resistant bottle, making it ideal for professional artists seeking authentic, high-quality ink that supports layering and wet mounting techniques.

Specifications

ASIN	B07JYJ6C1W
Best Sellers Rank	#121,425 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #218 in Drawing Inks
Brand Name	Hmayart
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,028)
Ink Color	Black
Manufacturer	Hmayart
Manufacturer Part Number	MZ001
Model Number	MZ001
Number of Items	1
Paint Type	Watercolor
UPC	710654877827
Volume	250 Milliliters

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