About HS Code 691310
This HS code specifically covers ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles made from fine porcelain or china. These items are primarily valued for their artistic merit, intricate details, and often delicate craftsmanship, serving as decorative pieces rather than functional household goods. Importers include art galleries, luxury home decor stores, gift shops, and private collectors seeking high-quality decorative ceramics. Exporters are often specialized artisans or high-end ceramic manufacturers known for their design capabilities and meticulous production processes. The 'porcelain or china' material is key, indicating a higher quality and often more refined finish suitable for purely ornamental purposes.
Products Under This Code
Porcelain figurines, china decorative plates, ceramic art sculptures, porcelain vases (purely ornamental), china collectible dolls, ceramic wall plaques, porcelain decorative boxes
Real World Examples
Lladro porcelain figurines, Meissen decorative plates, Royal Copenhagen collectibles, Hummel figurines, Wedgwood ornamental vases
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 691190 (household articles of porcelain/china) if the item has a minor functional aspect, or 970300 (original sculptures and statuary) if considered a unique work of art.
Products Classified Under 6913.10
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and the UK are significant exporters, with the USA and European countries being major importers of these ornamental ceramic pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 691310?
HS code 691310 covers: Ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, of porcelain or china. This HS code specifically covers ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles made from fine porcelain or china. These items are primarily valued for their artistic merit, intricate details, and often delicate craftsmanship, serving as decorative pieces rather than functional household goods. Importers include art galleries, luxury home decor stores, gift shops, and private collectors seeking high-quality decorative ceramics. Exporters are often specialized artisans or high-end ceramic manufacturers known for their design capabilities and meticulous production processes. The 'porcelain or china' material is key, indicating a higher quality and often more refined finish suitable for purely ornamental purposes.
What products fall under HS code 691310?
Porcelain figurines, china decorative plates, ceramic art sculptures, porcelain vases (purely ornamental), china collectible dolls, ceramic wall plaques, porcelain decorative boxes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 691310?
Often confused with 691190 (household articles of porcelain/china) if the item has a minor functional aspect, or 970300 (original sculptures and statuary) if considered a unique work of art.
How is HS code 691310 structured?
HS code 691310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.