Ceramic Bidet Bowl from Germany
A stoneware-fired ceramic bowl for bidet fixtures, containing clay with 0.1-3% water absorption and naturally opaque body. Classified in HTS 6910.90 as 'other' sanitary fixtures due to its fired construction for personal hygiene use. Glazed interior prevents bacterial growth in bathroom installations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document water absorption rate (ASTM C373) to distinguish stoneware from porcelain; >3% shifts to earthenware exclusions
• Ensure no electrical components, as those would classify under Chapter 85 insulators
• Declare dimensions accurately; thickness >3.2 cm may affect 'fixture' vs 'tile' distinction per US notes