About HS Code 691010
This category specifically covers sanitary fixtures such as sinks, wash basins, toilets, bidets, and urinals, provided they are made of porcelain or china. These materials are highly prized in construction for their smooth, non-porous surface, ease of cleaning, and aesthetic appeal, making them standard in residential, commercial, and public restrooms. Importers typically include construction companies, plumbing wholesalers, and retailers specializing in bathroom fixtures for new builds and renovations. Exporters are often large-scale manufacturers with advanced ceramic casting and glazing technologies. The 'porcelain or china' material specification is crucial, denoting a premium product with specific performance and finish characteristics.
Products Under This Code
Porcelain bathroom sinks, china pedestal basins, ceramic toilets, porcelain bidets, china urinals, ceramic flushing cisterns, porcelain shower trays, wall-hung ceramic WCs
Real World Examples
Kohler porcelain sinks, Toto china toilets, American Standard bidets, Villeroy & Boch wash basins, Duravit urinals
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 691090 (sanitary fixtures of other ceramic materials) if the specific material isn't porcelain or china, or 3922 (plastic sanitary ware) if made from plastics.
Products Classified Under 6910.10
Trade Overview
China, Mexico, and Germany are major global exporters, while the USA and European countries are significant importers of these sanitary fixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 691010?
HS code 691010 covers: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures; of porcelain or china. This category specifically covers sanitary fixtures such as sinks, wash basins, toilets, bidets, and urinals, provided they are made of porcelain or china. These materials are highly prized in construction for their smooth, non-porous surface, ease of cleaning, and aesthetic appeal, making them standard in residential, commercial, and public restrooms. Importers typically include construction companies, plumbing wholesalers, and retailers specializing in bathroom fixtures for new builds and renovations. Exporters are often large-scale manufacturers with advanced ceramic casting and glazing technologies. The 'porcelain or china' material specification is crucial, denoting a premium product with specific performance and finish characteristics.
What products fall under HS code 691010?
Porcelain bathroom sinks, china pedestal basins, ceramic toilets, porcelain bidets, china urinals, ceramic flushing cisterns, porcelain shower trays, wall-hung ceramic WCs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 691010?
Can be confused with 691090 (sanitary fixtures of other ceramic materials) if the specific material isn't porcelain or china, or 3922 (plastic sanitary ware) if made from plastics.
How is HS code 691010 structured?
HS code 691010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.