HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6909.90 – Ceramic wares; pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods and ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles used in agriculture
HS code 6909.90 is the 6-digit subheading for ceramic wares, pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods and ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles used in agriculture. It is used for ceramic fermentation crocks, stoneware storage jars, large terracotta plant pots, ceramic animal feeding troughs and ceramic water filters (large capacity).
What HS 6909.90 covers
This HS code encompasses ceramic pots, jars, and similar articles primarily used for the conveyance or packing of goods, as well as ceramic troughs, tubs, and similar receptacles for agricultural purposes. These items are characterized by their functional utility rather than decorative appeal, focusing on durability and capacity for storage, transport, or farm use. Importers include agricultural suppliers, specialized food and beverage producers (for fermentation or aging), and industrial storage solution providers. Exporters are typically manufacturers of traditional or industrial ceramics, often leveraging local clay resources. The trade in these goods is driven by practical needs in agriculture, food processing, and bulk material handling.
- Covers
- Ceramic fermentation crocks
- Stoneware storage jars
- Large terracotta plant pots
- Ceramic animal feeding troughs
- Ceramic water filters (large capacity)
- Ceramic chemical storage vessels
- Ceramic wine amphorae
- Examples
- Ohio Stoneware crocks
- Lechuza self-watering planters (ceramic components)
- traditional olive oil amphorae
- large ceramic water purifiers
Codes often confused with 6909.90
Common mistake. Often confused with 6913 (ornamental ceramics) if the item has decorative elements, or 691200 (other household articles) if used domestically but not primarily for conveyance or packing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 690990, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 690990 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 26% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $30M 34% of world exports
- 2 China $10M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $6.4M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $88M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $43M 26% of world imports
- 2 United States $16M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $14M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $165M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 6909.90
Brazil does not split HS 6909.90: its NCM code is 6909.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 69.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6909.90
What is HS code 690990?
HS code 690990 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ceramic wares; pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods and ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles used in agriculture. This HS code encompasses ceramic pots, jars, and similar articles primarily used for the conveyance or packing of goods, as well as ceramic troughs, tubs, and similar receptacles for agricultural purposes. These items are characterized by their functional utility rather than decorative appeal, focusing on durability and capacity for storage, transport, or farm use. Importers include agricultural suppliers, specialized food and beverage producers (for fermentation or aging), and industrial storage solution providers. Exporters are typically manufacturers of traditional or industrial ceramics, often leveraging local clay resources. The trade in these goods is driven by practical needs in agriculture, food processing, and bulk material handling.
What products fall under HS code 690990?
Ceramic fermentation crocks, stoneware storage jars, large terracotta plant pots, ceramic animal feeding troughs, ceramic water filters (large capacity), ceramic chemical storage vessels, ceramic wine amphorae
What are common misclassifications for HS code 690990?
Often confused with 6913 (ornamental ceramics) if the item has decorative elements, or 691200 (other household articles) if used domestically but not primarily for conveyance or packing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 690990?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 690990 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($30M, 34% of world exports), China ($10M) and Germany ($6.4M). World exports came to about $88M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 690990?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 690990 in UN Comtrade data were India ($43M, 26% of world imports), the United States ($16M) and Mexico ($14M). World imports came to about $165M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 690990 structured?
HS code 690990 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 690990?
In Brazil, HS code 690990 is NCM 6909.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.