Porcelain Gravy Boat from Japan
A classic porcelain gravy boat designed for serving sauces and gravies at the dinner table. Made from high-fired porcelain with low water absorption (under 0.5%) and translucent body, it qualifies under HTS 6911.10.80 as tableware other than porcelain or china of specified sets. Ideal for formal dining.
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
• Verify water absorption ≤0.5% via ASTM C373 test to confirm porcelain classification; provide lab certification
• Label as 'porcelain tableware' with material composition; avoid bundling with specified set items to stay in .80