--- product_id: 48146764 title: "4001 Ink Bottle 30 ml Pack of 1 Black" brand: "pelikan" price: "R357" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pelikan" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48146764-4001-ink-bottle-30-ml-pack-of-1-black store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Brilliant black dye-based ink 30 ml premium glass bottle Made in Germany precision 4001 Ink Bottle 30 ml Pack of 1 Black **Brand:** pelikan **Price:** R357 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖋️ Elevate your writing game with Pelikan’s iconic black ink — because your pen deserves the best. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 4001 Ink Bottle 30 ml Pack of 1 Black by pelikan - **How much does it cost?** R357 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48146764-4001-ink-bottle-30-ml-pack-of-1-black) ## Best For - pelikan enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pelikan brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sleek & Professional:** Brilliant black dye-based ink delivers sharp, elegant strokes every time - • **Long-lasting Ink Flow:** Generous 30 ml volume ensures extended writing sessions without frequent refills - • **Premium German Quality:** Manufactured in Germany for consistent, high-grade ink performance - • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Trusted by calligraphers for 20+ years of flawless fine lines - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with fountain pens, cartridge systems, and converters ## Overview Pelikan 4001 Ink Bottle offers 30 ml of brilliant black, dye-based ink crafted in Germany. Compatible with a wide range of fountain pens and cartridge systems, it delivers smooth, precise lines favored by professionals and calligraphy enthusiasts alike. With a 4.6-star rating and a reputation for longevity and quality, this ink bottle is a must-have for anyone serious about their writing instruments. ## Description From the manufacturer Review: Best pointed dip pen ink. - I have been using this ink for 20 years for my calligraphy. It isn’t waterproof, but it makes such fine lines, and doesn’t slide from the nib. Review: Good ink - I've now bought two bottles of this ink and very happy with it. It lasts a long time. Arrive s quickly. ## Features - Ink 4001 in a glass bottle of 30 ml. - For fountain pens and many other pens with cartridge system, piston mechanism or suitable for converter. - Made in Germany. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000FKNOQW | | Best Sellers Rank | 11,157 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 12 in Bottled Ink | | Brand Name | Pelikan | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,255) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00014173314925, 04012700301055 | | Ink Colour | Brilliant Black | | Item Volume | 29.57 Millilitres | | Item Weight | 0.26 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Pelikan | | Paint Type | Dye-based | | UPC | 014173314925 | | Unit Count | 30.0 millilitre | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Pelikan - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00014173314925, 04012700301055 - **Item volume:** 29.57 Millilitres - **Package information:** Bottle - **Paint type:** Dye-based ## Images ![4001 Ink Bottle 30 ml Pack of 1 Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51LCf9NaXaL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: hi is this ink erasable with an ink eraser.? Thank you** A: It is but you need a good eraser. At the moment you have to get the eraser from Japan. The paper needs to be of good quality as well. **Q: Would this be safe in a mont blanc 146?** A: In my experience Pelikan ink works very well in a whole variety of fountain pens, I use it in my Mont Blanc pens... **Q: Is this ink water resistant? If I spilled water on the page I've written on, would the ink still be legible?** A: Dear R Farnacio,Thank you for your inquiry.Unfortunately, this ink is not water resistant. We do however stock other suitable inks. Please contact us on 0203 667 7067 so we can discuss your requirements and advise accordingly. Kind RegardsSign Materials Direct0203 667 7067 **Q: Once I have filled my pen's converter with black ink, can I change later to a colour? (Perhaps by filling with water & emptying a few times?)** A: I have washed pens out with water, sometimes the bluwe ink seems a little darker, but after a few re-fills it looks normal. I recommend Pelikan. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best pointed dip pen ink. *by B***. on 18 November 2025* I have been using this ink for 20 years for my calligraphy. It isn’t waterproof, but it makes such fine lines, and doesn’t slide from the nib. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good ink *by S***E on 26 June 2025* I've now bought two bottles of this ink and very happy with it. It lasts a long time. Arrive s quickly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ideal for 'wet'-writing pens *by L***R on 3 May 2017* Any fountain pen manufacturer who also markets their own range of inks will ensure they match the writing characteristics of that brand. Hence Parker will always recommend Parker Quink inks. Cross, Waterman and Sheaffer do the same and they may sometimes suggest that not using the matching brand of ink will either invalidate the guarantee or cause damage - it rarely does with the top ink brands. Of the four pen brands mentioned, only Sheaffer's ink is 'wet', very free-flowing and slow-drying on many papers; all the others are 'dry', more viscous and slow-flowing. It may be worth noting that Cross' bottled inks are identical to Pelikan 4001 but rebottled and relabelled! There are many other brands of ink of which few are available internationally, most only in the country of manufacture and whose characteristics may be unknown or variable. Any pen/nib combination that lays down a lot of ink (writes wet) and takes a long time to dry until it resists smudging will need a 'dry' or slow-flowing and quick drying ink to compensate; conversely, those combinations that are more meager with their ink need a wetter, faster-flowing ink if the written line is to be sufficiently dark and legible. Generally, broader and italic nibs write wet; finer nibs are typically drier writers although exceptions exist. Pelikan Royal Blue and Brilliant Black were purchased for the express purpose of use with a very wet-writing pen. The Pelikan 4001 ink range is mostly washable and are all 'dry' writing. The more expensive Pelikan Edelstein range is quite different in formulation, colours, bottles and, apparently, their writing characteristics. Typically, horizontal strokes and curves with some inks can be lighter than verticals where there is a possibility of overlaying up-strokes and down-strokes with ink laid upon ink. The 4001 range comprises quite saturated colours and contain a relatively high proportion of dye(s) and the lighter colours tend to produce limited visible shading or added character to the written line. Darker Pelikan inks are monotonal and probably better suited to specific situations where clarity and high legibility are essential; written exams, form-filling and musical notation are among those where they could work well. There are seven currently available colours including royal blue, turquoise, red, green, brown, black and violet that are all normally sold in 30 ml bottles but double-size bottles are offered in some countries. Pelikan was originally a pen manufacturer and their inks were then intended as their ideal companions. The 4001 range are recent formulations using synthetic dyes but they are equally suited to many other pen brands and are considered 'safe' and unlikely to ever cause damage to a pen (some inks are not recommended for certain pen models and sometimes brands). If you know that your fountain pen writes a very wet line with your present ink choice, then Pelikan 4001 inks are a potential solution as they are quite viscous (gloopy); that is my situation with a specific pen. If the pen is writing dry, Pelikan 4001 inks are best avoided as their naturally slower flow will not provide a sufficient ink level to prevent drop-outs of missing characters. They will need a 'wet' ink, e.g. most from Diamine, Noodlers, Herbin. Although another brand of ink is a personal general preference and is available in 100-plus colours, their inks are mostly very wet-writing and not suitable for my current favourite pens, a Pilot Capless and Pilot Decimo respectively fitted with Broad and Medium nibs. The same inks work superbly in other brands of fountain pen. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pelikan Brilliant Black Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, 30ml (4001) - Matte Black Forest Fountain Pen Extra Fine Nib Classic Design with Converter and Metal Pen Box Set by Asvine --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48146764-4001-ink-bottle-30-ml-pack-of-1-black](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48146764-4001-ink-bottle-30-ml-pack-of-1-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*