Hotel-Grade Porcelain Lavatory Basin
A commercial vitreous china lavatory basin for high-traffic hotel bathrooms, featuring an antimicrobial glaze. The fired porcelain body with low water absorption qualifies it as a ceramic sanitary fixture under tariff item 6910.10.90, which covers other porcelain sinks and basins.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a toilet or urinal rather than a lavatory basin
This item covers water closet pans and flushing cisterns, which are separate from basins.
If the basin is small and used for washing hands in a tabletop setting
Tableware or kitchenware classification may apply if not a plumbed fixture.
If the product is not a sanitary fixture but another porcelain article
Other ceramic articles of porcelain could be relevant if the basin is used for non-sanitary purposes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For commercial shipments, ensure the goods are properly marked with country of origin
• Keep records of the firing process to prove compliance with Chapter 69
• If the basin includes antimicrobial additives, verify they do not affect classification
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