Porcelain Mortar and Pestle Set from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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