Bone China Dinner Plate Set

A set of 12 bone china dinner plates, each approximately 10.5 inches in diameter, designed for everyday dining and special occasions. Classified under HTS 6911.10.15.00 as bone chinaware tableware valued not over $31.50 per dozen pieces, meeting the criteria of containing at least 25% calcined bone with low water absorption and translucency.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+10.0%18%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6911.10.35Higher: 43.5% vs 18%

If available in specified sets with full pattern assortment

Qualifies for set pricing under US note (b) if plates, cups, saucers, etc., sold in required quantities/pattern.

6912.00Lower: 16% vs 18%

If made of stoneware instead of bone china

Stoneware has higher water absorption (≤3%) and lacks bone content, shifting to Chapter 69 heading 6912.

6913.10.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 18%

If primarily for ornamental rather than tableware use

Statutorily ornamental porcelain articles fall under 6913, excluding functional kitchen/tableware.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify bone content ≥25% via lab testing (ASTM C373 for absorption) to confirm bone chinaware status

Calculate value per dozen pieces accurately; include all costs in transaction value per 19 CFR 152

Avoid misdeclaration as sets if not 'available in specified sets' per US notes to prevent reclassification