Product classification
HS code for Ceramic pots: 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.
Classification of ceramic pots under HS 6909.90
The classification of ceramic pots under HS code 6909.90 is determined by their functional application in industrial, chemical, or agricultural settings. Unlike decorative ceramic items, these products are designed for the conveyance or packing of goods, or as durable receptacles for farming. The General Interpretative Rules (GIR) dictate that the intended use and the material composition (ceramic) are the primary factors. Specifically, 6909.90 acts as a residual category for technical ceramic wares that do not fall under the laboratory or chemical-resistant categories of 6909.11 to 6909.19. These items are typically characterized by their robust construction, lack of ornate decoration, and resistance to environmental factors relevant to their specific use case, such as moisture in agriculture or physical wear in transport. They are essential for the safe handling of bulk materials and are distinguished from household goods by their scale and industrial durability.
- Covers
- Ceramic jars for industrial chemical storage
- Ceramic troughs for livestock feeding
- Ceramic tubs for agricultural use
- Ceramic pots for the commercial conveyance of goods
- Ceramic carboys for acid transport
- Ceramic packing containers for bulk liquids
- Also under 6909.90
- 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. These items are frequently confused with HS code 6913, which covers ornamental ceramic articles. The distinction lies in the primary purpose; 6913 is for decorative items with no functional utility, whereas 6909.90 is for industrial or agricultural utility. They may also be confused with 6914, which is a residual code for other ceramic articles not elsewhere specified, or 6912.00, which covers household ceramic pots. If the pot is intended for domestic kitchen use, 6912.00 is the correct code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 690990 (the code used for ceramic pots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 690990 (the code used for ceramic pots) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 690990, not only ceramic pots.
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 ceramic pots
Brazil classifies ceramic pots under NCM 6909.90.00: HS 6909.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic pots
What is the HS code for Ceramic pots?
The HS code for Ceramic pots is 690990 (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). The HS code for ceramic pots used for industrial conveyance or agriculture is 6909.90. Household ceramic pots are classified under 6912.00.
How do I classify Ceramic pots for customs?
Ceramic pots is classified under HS code 690990 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between industrial and decorative pots?
Industrial pots under 6909.90 are typically unadorned, heavy-duty, and designed for specific tasks like chemical storage or animal feeding, whereas decorative pots under 6913 feature aesthetic enhancements and are not designed for transport or agriculture.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic pots (HS 690990)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 690990 (the code used for ceramic pots) 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 ceramic pots (HS 690990)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 690990 (the code used for ceramic pots) 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.
Is the HS code for Ceramic pots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 690990 for Ceramic pots is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for ceramic pots in Brazil?
In Brazil, ceramic pots (HS 690990) is classified under NCM 6909.90.00.