HS Code for Ceramic tableware

HS code 6912.00 is the designated classification for ceramic tableware, kitchenware, and other household or toilet articles, provided they are not made of porcelain or china. This code encompasses a wide variety of domestic goods made from stoneware, earthenware, or common pottery. The classification process involves verifying that the material is opaque and does not meet the technical definition of porcelain, which is vitrified and translucent. These items are intended for repeated use in the preparation, serving, or consumption of food and drink, or for general household maintenance. The scope of 6912.00 is broad, covering everything from basic mugs to specialized kitchen storage containers, as long as they are ceramic and intended for domestic rather than industrial or decorative-only use. The durability and porous nature of these ceramics distinguish them from the more refined porcelain counterparts found in heading 6911.

Products Included

• Ceramic plates and bowls (non-porcelain)
• Ceramic mugs and teapots
• Ceramic kitchen storage jars
• Ceramic soap dishes for household use
• Ceramic towel rails and toilet brush holders
• Ceramic rolling pins and mortars

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 6911.10, which covers tableware and kitchenware made of porcelain or china. To distinguish them, one should check for translucency; porcelain allows light to pass through, while 6912.00 ceramics are opaque. Another common error is using 6913.90, which is for ornamental articles. If the item has a functional household use (like a plate), it belongs in 6912.00 even if it is highly decorated.

FAQ

What is the HS code for ceramic tableware?

The HS code for ceramic tableware made of stoneware or earthenware is 6912.00. Porcelain tableware is 6911.10.

Are ceramic bathroom accessories included here?

Yes, ceramic toilet articles like soap dispensers or toothbrush holders (not being large sanitary fixtures) are classified under 6912.00.