HS Code for Ceramic toilets

Ceramic toilets are classified under HS code 6910.90 when they are manufactured from ceramic materials other than porcelain or china. This classification falls under Chapter 69, which covers ceramic products. Heading 6910 specifically encompasses sinks, wash basins, water closet pans, and similar sanitary fixtures. The sub-classification 6910.90 is a residual category for fixtures made of materials such as stoneware, earthenware, or fireclay. The classification process involves identifying the material composition through laboratory testing or manufacturer specifications. If the ceramic body is opaque and has a higher water absorption rate than porcelain, it is typically directed toward 6910.90. This code ensures that sanitary ware made from more porous or less refined clays is distinguished from high-fired, vitrified porcelain products which have their own specific subheading.

Products Included

• Stoneware water closet pans
• Earthenware flushing cisterns
• Ceramic urinals (non-porcelain)
• Stoneware bidets
• Ceramic squatting pans made of fireclay

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6910.10, which is reserved exclusively for sanitary fixtures made of porcelain or china. Porcelain is characterized by its translucency and near-zero water absorption, whereas 6910.90 covers all other ceramic types. Additionally, importers sometimes mistakenly look at HS code 3922.90, which covers plastic sanitary ware. It is vital to confirm the base material; if the product is fired clay, it must stay within Chapter 69. Furthermore, separate ceramic parts like toilet lids, if imported alone, might be confused with general ceramic articles under 6914, but they should remain in 6910 as parts of sanitary fixtures.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Ceramic toilets?

The HS code for ceramic toilets made of materials other than porcelain (such as stoneware) is 6910.90. If they are porcelain, the code is 6910.10.

How do I distinguish between 6910.10 and 6910.90?

The distinction is based on the material. 6910.10 is for vitreous china or porcelain (translucent and non-porous), while 6910.90 is for all other ceramics like earthenware or stoneware.