HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6914.90 – Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; other than of porcelain or china
HS code 6914.90 is the 6-digit subheading for ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69, other than of porcelain or china. It is used for terracotta plant markers, ceramic kiln shelves (non-porcelain), specialized stoneware filters, ceramic grinding balls (non-porcelain) and decorative ceramic wall panels (non-tile).
What HS 6914.90 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for ceramic articles, other than of porcelain or china, that are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 69. It encompasses a broad spectrum of items made from materials like stoneware, earthenware, terracotta, or other non-porcelain ceramics. This can range from industrial components and specialized building materials to unique artistic creations or general utility items. Traders in this segment include industrial suppliers, construction material distributors, and craft suppliers. Key considerations for trade involve the specific material composition, the item's intended application, and ensuring it truly falls outside more specific ceramic classifications. The market is diverse, catering to both industrial demands for durable, cost-effective ceramic parts and consumer demand for unique, non-porcelain decorative or functional items.
- Covers
- Terracotta plant markers
- Ceramic kiln shelves (non-porcelain)
- Specialized stoneware filters
- Ceramic grinding balls (non-porcelain)
- Decorative ceramic wall panels (non-tile)
- Ceramic heating elements (non-electrical)
- Earthenware industrial components
- Examples
- Specific industrial ceramic parts from companies like Saint-Gobain
- custom pottery studio pieces
- garden decor manufacturers
- specialized refractory ceramics
Codes often confused with 6914.90
Common mistake. Can be confused with 690990 (other ceramic wares for technical uses) if the item has a clear technical function, or 691390 (other ornamental ceramic articles) if it's decorative but doesn't fit the 'statuettes' category.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 691490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 691490 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 13% 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 China $405M 21% of world exports
- 2 Spain $384M 20% of world exports
- 3 Japan $115M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $260M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $155M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 China $138M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 6914.90
Brazil does not split HS 6914.90: its NCM code is 6914.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 69.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6914.90
What is HS code 691490?
HS code 691490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; other than of porcelain or china. This HS code serves as a residual category for ceramic articles, other than of porcelain or china, that are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 69. It encompasses a broad spectrum of items made from materials like stoneware, earthenware, terracotta, or other non-porcelain ceramics. This can range from industrial components and specialized building materials to unique artistic creations or general utility items. Traders in this segment include industrial suppliers, construction material distributors, and craft suppliers. Key considerations for trade involve the specific material composition, the item's intended application, and ensuring it truly falls outside more specific ceramic classifications. The market is diverse, catering to both industrial demands for durable, cost-effective ceramic parts and consumer demand for unique, non-porcelain decorative or functional items.
What products fall under HS code 691490?
Terracotta plant markers, ceramic kiln shelves (non-porcelain), specialized stoneware filters, ceramic grinding balls (non-porcelain), decorative ceramic wall panels (non-tile), ceramic heating elements (non-electrical), earthenware industrial components
What are common misclassifications for HS code 691490?
Can be confused with 690990 (other ceramic wares for technical uses) if the item has a clear technical function, or 691390 (other ornamental ceramic articles) if it's decorative but doesn't fit the 'statuettes' category.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 691490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 691490 in UN Comtrade data were China ($405M, 21% of world exports), Spain ($384M) and Japan ($115M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 691490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 691490 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($260M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($155M) and China ($138M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 691490 structured?
HS code 691490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) 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 691490?
In Brazil, HS code 691490 is NCM 6914.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.