Porcelain Mortar and Pestle Set from Japan
A lab-grade porcelain mortar and pestle for grinding and mixing chemicals, with a translucent fired body absorbing less than 0.5% water. HTS 6909.19.50 covers this as other laboratory ceramic ware, separate from consumer kitchen tools. The set qualifies as a single article per US notes when imported together.
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
• Declare as single article if cover/lid included to apply per-piece valuation rules
• Certify non-food grade to prevent reclassification as household earthenware
• Document technical specs like acid resistance for CBP review