Product classification
HS code for Ceramic sinks: 6910.90
Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures, of other than porcelain or china.
Classification of ceramic sinks under HS 6910.90
Ceramic sinks and similar sanitary fixtures are classified under HS code 6910.90 when they are manufactured from ceramic materials other than porcelain or china. This includes materials such as stoneware, earthenware, or fire-clay. The classification is governed by the product's design as a permanent fixture for bathroom or kitchen installation and its primary function related to hygiene and sanitation. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 69 distinguishes between porcelain (6910.10) and other ceramics (6910.90) based on the vitrification and translucency of the material. These fixtures are typically heavy, opaque, and coated with a functional glaze to ensure water resistance and ease of cleaning. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the sink is glazed or unglazed, provided it meets the material criteria and is intended for permanent installation in a building.
- Covers
- Ceramic wash basins (non-porcelain)
- Ceramic wash basin pedestals
- Ceramic baths and bidets
- Ceramic water closet pans
- Ceramic flushing cisterns
- Ceramic urinals and similar sanitary fixtures
- Also under 6910.90
- Shaws Original fireclay sinks
- RAK Ceramics (non-porcelain lines)
- Twyford (earthenware options)
- various unbranded stoneware fixtures
Codes often confused with 6910.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6910.10, which is reserved exclusively for fixtures made of porcelain or china. Porcelain is characterized by its translucency and high degree of vitrification. Additionally, sinks made of stainless steel are classified under 7324.10, and plastic sanitary ware falls under 3922. It is vital to identify the base material (ceramic vs. porcelain vs. metal) before assigning the code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 691090 (the code used for ceramic sinks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 691090 (the code used for ceramic sinks) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.5% 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 691090, not only ceramic sinks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mexico $334M 20% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $240M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $173M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $188M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 Canada $168M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 United States $133M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 sinks
Brazil classifies ceramic sinks under NCM 6910.90.00: HS 6910.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic sinks
What is the HS code for Ceramic sinks?
The HS code for Ceramic sinks is 691090 (Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures; of other than porcelain or china). The HS code for ceramic sinks made of materials other than porcelain (such as stoneware or earthenware) is 6910.90.
How do I classify Ceramic sinks for customs?
Ceramic sinks is classified under HS code 691090 — Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures; of other than porcelain or china. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include porcelain bathroom sinks?
No, porcelain or china sinks are classified under HS code 6910.10. Code 6910.90 is specifically for other types of ceramic materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic sinks (HS 691090)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 691090 (the code used for ceramic sinks) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($334M, 20% of world exports), Türkiye ($240M) and Italy ($173M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 sinks (HS 691090)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 691090 (the code used for ceramic sinks) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($188M, 8.5% of world imports), Canada ($168M) and the United States ($133M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 sinks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 691090 for Ceramic sinks 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 sinks in Brazil?
In Brazil, ceramic sinks (HS 691090) is classified under NCM 6910.90.00.