Silicon Carbide Ceramic Jar for Packing Chemicals from Japan
Fired silicon carbide jar used for secure packing and conveyance of corrosive chemical powders in industrial settings. Falls under HTS 6909.90.00.00 for ceramic jars of a kind used for packing goods, as per heading description and chapter firing notes.
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
• Document corrosion resistance ratings and firing process to confirm technical packing use vs. common pottery jars
• Specify chemical compatibility; generic jars could shift to 6913 ornamental statuuary classification
• Use industrial labeling only; consumer packaging risks 6912 household ware duties