China Teapot from Japan
Traditional porcelain teapot for brewing and serving loose-leaf tea, with spout and handle. As other porcelain tableware not in sets, classified under HTS 6911.10.80; fired at high temperature.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure no metal inserts pushing to Chapter 73; pure porcelain body required
• Thermal shock resistance testing recommended; document for quality claims