Product classification
HS code for Earthenware products: 6914.90
Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69, other than of porcelain or china.
Classification of earthenware products under HS 6914.90
Earthenware products are classified under HS code 6914.90. This classification follows the hierarchical structure of Chapter 69, which covers ceramic products. Heading 6914 is a residual or "basket" heading for ceramic articles that are not elsewhere specified or included in other headings of the chapter. Subheading 6914.90 specifically covers articles made of ceramics other than porcelain or china. Earthenware is a type of ceramic that is glazed or unglazed, non-vitreous, and fired at lower temperatures compared to stoneware or porcelain. Because it is porous, it is often treated with a glaze to make it watertight. This code is used for decorative items, industrial components, or household goods that do not meet the specific definitions of tableware (6911/6912) or statuettes (6913).
- Covers
- Earthenware flower pots (non-decorative)
- Ceramic knobs and handles (earthenware)
- General earthenware household ornaments
- Earthenware laboratory components (non-refractory)
- Ceramic signs and letters
- Earthenware bird baths
- Also under 6914.90
- Specific industrial ceramic parts from companies like Saint-Gobain
- custom pottery studio pieces
- garden decor manufacturers
- specialized refractory ceramics
Codes often confused with 6914.90
Common mistake. Earthenware is often misclassified under 6912.00, which covers ceramic tableware, kitchenware, and other household articles. If the item is a plate or bowl, it belongs in 6912.00. However, if it is a general article like a sign or a specialized container not for kitchen use, it falls to 6914.90. It is also frequently confused with 6911.10, which is strictly for porcelain or china products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 691490 (the code used for earthenware products), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 691490 (the code used for earthenware products) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 13% 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 691490, not only earthenware products.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $405M 21% of world exports
- 2 Spain $384M 20% of world exports
- 3 Japan $115M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $260M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $155M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 China $138M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 earthenware products
Brazil classifies earthenware products under NCM 6914.90.00: HS 6914.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about earthenware products
What is the HS code for Earthenware products?
The HS code for Earthenware products is 691490 (Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; other than of porcelain or china). General earthenware products not classified as tableware or statuettes are found under HS code 6914.90.
How do I classify Earthenware products for customs?
Earthenware products is classified under HS code 691490 — Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; other than of porcelain or china. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish earthenware from porcelain for HS coding?
Porcelain (6911) is translucent and vitrified (non-porous), whereas earthenware (6914.90) is opaque and remains porous until glazed.
Which countries are the top exporters of earthenware products (HS 691490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 691490 (the code used for earthenware products) in UN Comtrade data were China ($405M, 21% of world exports), Spain ($384M) and Japan ($115M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 earthenware products (HS 691490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 691490 (the code used for earthenware products) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($260M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($155M) and China ($138M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Earthenware products the same in all countries?
The base HS code 691490 for Earthenware products 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 earthenware products in Brazil?
In Brazil, earthenware products (HS 691490) is classified under NCM 6914.90.00.