Product classification
HS code for China items: 6914.10
Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69, of porcelain or china.
Classification of china items under HS 6914.10
Classification under HS code 6914.10 is determined by the material composition and the functional application of the product. This specific subheading covers ceramic articles made of porcelain or china that are not specifically mentioned or included in other headings of Chapter 69. To qualify for this code, the item must first meet the technical definition of porcelain or china, which typically involves a translucent, vitrified ceramic body fired at high temperatures. Because Chapter 69 is structured to categorize items by their specific use—such as building materials (6901-6906), laboratory or industrial wares (6909), and tableware (6911)—heading 6914 serves as a residual or "basket" category. This means if a porcelain item does not serve a purely decorative purpose (6913) and is not used for dining or kitchen service (6911), it falls here. The classification process requires a "top-down" approach, ensuring that the product does not fit into more specific headings before assigning it to 6914.10. This includes items used in general household settings that do not touch food, or industrial components that do not meet the strict definitions of laboratory apparatus.
- Covers
- Porcelain laboratory equipment not meeting 6909 standards
- Non-ornamental porcelain fittings for furniture
- Porcelain handles and knobs for non-kitchen use
- General porcelain articles for technical use not elsewhere specified
- Porcelain humidifiers for radiators
- Also under 6914.10
- CoorsTek technical ceramics
- Morgan Advanced Materials components
- specific laboratory equipment brands
- custom-made porcelain industrial parts
Codes often confused with 6914.10
Common mistake. The most frequent confusion occurs with HS code 6911.10, which covers porcelain tableware and kitchenware. If an item is used for serving food or drink, it must be classified under 6911. Another common error is using 6913.10, which is reserved for purely ornamental items like statuettes. If the item has a functional use, even if it is not for the kitchen, 6914.10 is the correct residual code. Additionally, items made of ceramic materials other than porcelain (such as earthenware or stoneware) must be classified under 6914.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 691410 (the code used for china items), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 691410 (the code used for china items) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 86% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% 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 691410, not only china items.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $715M 86% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $19M 2.3% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $13M 1.6% of world exports
World total: $830M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $109M 24% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$84M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$28M 6.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $449M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 china items
Brazil classifies china items under NCM 6914.10.00: HS 6914.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about china items
What is the HS code for China items?
The HS code for China items is 691410 (Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; of porcelain or china). The HS code for general articles of porcelain or china not specified elsewhere is 6914.10.
How do I classify China items for customs?
China items is classified under HS code 691410 — Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; of porcelain or china. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include porcelain plates?
No, porcelain plates used for dining are classified under HS code 6911.10 as tableware.
Which countries are the top exporters of china items (HS 691410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 691410 (the code used for china items) in UN Comtrade data were China ($715M, 86% of world exports), Malaysia ($19M) and Hong Kong ($13M). World exports came to about $830M, 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 china items (HS 691410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 691410 (the code used for china items) in UN Comtrade data were China ($109M, 24% of world imports), Vietnam (about $84M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $28M). World imports came to about $449M, 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 China items the same in all countries?
The base HS code 691410 for China items 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 china items in Brazil?
In Brazil, china items (HS 691410) is classified under NCM 6914.10.00.