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Sanitary Ware Ceramic Glaze from Japan

High-durability vitrifiable glaze for bathroom sanitary ware like sinks and toilets, providing acid resistance and shine. Under HTS 3207.20.00.00 as a preparation for the ceramic industry. Fired at high temperatures to form a vitreous layer on porcelain bodies.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include safety data sheets highlighting vitrifiable nature and non-toxicity for food-contact ceramics

• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics retail; industrial drums reinforce correct classification

• Confirm not a dye/compound excluded under chapter note (a); must be preparation, not pure chemical