Ceramic Salt Box
A stoneware salt box with a moisture-sealing lid, fired after shaping for kitchen counter storage. It is classified under tariff item 6914.90.00 as an other ceramic article, as it is not a tableware serving dish and has low water absorption below 3%.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the salt box is used for serving salt at the table rather than storage
Heading 6912 covers ceramic tableware, which may apply if the box is designed for direct food service.
If the salt box is primarily decorative and not intended for daily kitchen use
Ornamental ceramic articles under heading 6913 could apply if the box's design is more aesthetic than functional.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the lid's sealing mechanism and firing process to ensure compliance with Chapter 69
• Keep detailed product specifications, including water absorption test results, to support classification under 6914.90.00
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