Product classification
HS code for China ornaments: 6913.10
Ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, of porcelain or china.
Classification of china ornaments under HS 6913.10
HS code 6913.10 is reserved for ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles made specifically of porcelain or china. The primary criterion for classification under this heading is that the article's ornamental value must significantly outweigh its functional utility. These items are designed primarily for the decoration of interiors, such as homes, offices, or public spaces. Under the Harmonized System's General Rules of Interpretation, specifically GRI 1 and 6, the material (porcelain) and the decorative nature are the defining characteristics. Porcelain is distinguished from other ceramics by its whiteness, translucency, and high resonance when struck. If an article has a dual purpose—for example, a lamp base or a clock case—it may still be classified here if the decorative element is the predominant feature. However, if the item is primarily a functional piece of furniture or a lighting fixture, other chapters like Chapter 94 might apply. The classification also covers items intended for outdoor decoration, such as garden ornaments, provided they are made of porcelain.
- Covers
- Porcelain figurines and statuettes
- Decorative porcelain vases without functional use
- Porcelain trophies and commemorative plaques
- Ornamental porcelain boxes (e.g., jewelry boxes)
- Porcelain animal models and miniatures
- Also under 6913.10
- Lladro porcelain figurines
- Meissen decorative plates
- Royal Copenhagen collectibles
- Hummel figurines
- Wedgwood ornamental vases
Codes often confused with 6913.10
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 6911.10, which covers porcelain tableware. Often, decorative plates are confused with 6913.10; however, if the plate is of a type used for food service, it remains in 6911. Another confusion arises with 6914.10, which is for functional porcelain items not specified elsewhere. If the item is purely for display, 6913.10 is correct. Furthermore, ornaments made of common pottery or earthenware are classified under 6913.90 rather than 6913.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 691310 (the code used for china ornaments), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 691310 (the code used for china ornaments) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 691310, not only china ornaments.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $814M 78% of world exports
- 2 Germany $39M 3.7% of world exports
- 3 Spain $26M 2.5% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $74M 15% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$44M 9.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $42M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $493M 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 ornaments
Brazil classifies china ornaments under NCM 6913.10.00: HS 6913.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about china ornaments
What is the HS code for China ornaments?
The HS code for China ornaments is 691310 (Ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, of porcelain or china). The HS code for ornamental articles and statuettes made of porcelain or china is 6913.10.
How do I classify China ornaments for customs?
China ornaments is classified under HS code 691310 — Ceramic statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, of porcelain or china. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are porcelain vases always classified here?
Only if they are primarily ornamental. Functional vases used for floral arrangements may sometimes be classified as household items under 6911 or 6914 depending on their design.
Which countries are the top exporters of china ornaments (HS 691310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 691310 (the code used for china ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were China ($814M, 78% of world exports), Germany ($39M) and Spain ($26M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 ornaments (HS 691310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 691310 (the code used for china ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($74M, 15% of world imports), Vietnam (about $44M) and Germany ($42M). World imports came to about $493M, 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 ornaments the same in all countries?
The base HS code 691310 for China ornaments 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 ornaments in Brazil?
In Brazil, china ornaments (HS 691310) is classified under NCM 6913.10.00.