Steatite Ceramic Lab Wash Basin from Japan
Fired steatite ceramic basin for washing lab equipment, resistant to chemicals and stains. Under HTS 6909.19.50.95 as other chemical use ware from talc-based materials. Opaque stoneware-like body meets technical durability standards.
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
• Conduct ASTM C373 water absorption test; over 3% shifts to earthenware notes but stays technical
• Label as 'chemical lab receptacle' exclusively to avoid Chapter 94 building material exclusions
• Import in bulk for technical buyers to leverage vs retail set rules