HS Code for Ceramic figurines

Ceramic figurines and other ornamental articles are classified under heading 6913. This heading is part of Chapter 69, which covers ceramic products. The specific subheading 6913.90 is a residual category for items that are not made of porcelain or china. This includes articles made of earthenware, stoneware, terracotta, or common pottery. The classification is driven by the ornamental nature of the product rather than a functional utility. If a ceramic item has a primary decorative purpose—such as a statuette, a trophy, or a wall plaque—it falls here. The distinction between 6913.10 (porcelain) and 6913.90 (other) is based on the composition of the ceramic body, which is determined by the firing temperature and the type of clay used. Porcelain is generally translucent and vitrified, whereas the materials in 6913.90 are usually opaque and may be more porous. This classification applies to items intended for indoor decoration, such as those placed on shelves, tables, or mantels, as well as certain outdoor ornamental items that do not serve a structural or building purpose.

Products Included

• Earthenware statuettes
• Terracotta animal figurines
• Stoneware decorative vases (non-functional)
• Ceramic trophies and awards
• Ornamental ceramic wall plaques

Common Misclassification

Ceramic figurines are often confused with 6913.10 if the user does not distinguish between porcelain and other ceramics. They may also be misclassified under 6911.10 or 6912.00 if the item resembles tableware; however, if the item is purely ornamental and not intended for food service, 6913 is the correct heading. Another error is using 9503.00 for figurines intended for collectors, though 6913 takes precedence for ceramic decorative articles.

FAQ

What is the HS code for ceramic figurines?

The HS code for ceramic figurines not made of porcelain or china is 6913.90. Porcelain figurines are classified under 6913.10.

Does this code include ceramic flower pots?

Generally, no. Functional ceramic flower pots are typically classified under 6914.90 (other ceramic articles) unless they are highly ornamental and possess no practical use, in which case 6913 might apply.