HS Code Subheading

Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, other than articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale or of porcelain or china

6909.19 Subheading
Section XIII — Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; ceramic products; glass and glassware

About HS Code 690919

This residual HS code covers ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical, or other technical uses that are not made of porcelain or china, nor do they possess a Mohs hardness of 9 or more. This broad category includes a diverse range of technical ceramics, such as steatite, cordierite, or mullite, utilized for their specific electrical, thermal, or mechanical properties in various industrial settings. Importers span sectors from electronics manufacturing to heavy industry, seeking components for insulation, thermal management, or structural support. Exporters are specialized ceramic component suppliers offering tailored solutions. The key is their technical function and material composition, which falls outside the more specific subheadings for porcelain/china or ultra-hard ceramics.

Products Under This Code

Steatite insulators, cordierite kiln furniture, mullite refractory tubes, ceramic heating elements, porous ceramic filters, ceramic substrates for electronics, industrial ceramic rollers

Real World Examples

CeramTec steatite insulators, Denka cordierite products, NGK Spark Plug ceramic components, Friatec technical ceramics

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 690911 or 690912 if the material or hardness isn't precisely identified, or with 8547 (insulating fittings for electrical machines) if primarily for electrical insulation.

Products Classified Under 6909.19

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and the USA are significant players in the global trade of these diverse technical ceramic products.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 690919?

HS code 690919 covers: Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, other than articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale or of porcelain or china. This residual HS code covers ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical, or other technical uses that are not made of porcelain or china, nor do they possess a Mohs hardness of 9 or more. This broad category includes a diverse range of technical ceramics, such as steatite, cordierite, or mullite, utilized for their specific electrical, thermal, or mechanical properties in various industrial settings. Importers span sectors from electronics manufacturing to heavy industry, seeking components for insulation, thermal management, or structural support. Exporters are specialized ceramic component suppliers offering tailored solutions. The key is their technical function and material composition, which falls outside the more specific subheadings for porcelain/china or ultra-hard ceramics.

What products fall under HS code 690919?

Steatite insulators, cordierite kiln furniture, mullite refractory tubes, ceramic heating elements, porous ceramic filters, ceramic substrates for electronics, industrial ceramic rollers

What are common misclassifications for HS code 690919?

Can be confused with 690911 or 690912 if the material or hardness isn't precisely identified, or with 8547 (insulating fittings for electrical machines) if primarily for electrical insulation.

How is HS code 690919 structured?

HS code 690919 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.