Restaurant Earthenware Salad Plate from Japan
9-inch salad plate in red earthenware body absorbing over 3% water, glazed for restaurant service. Fired after shaping for food contact durability. Non-household classification under 6912.00.20.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28%
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
• Conduct ASTM C373 absorption test; >3% confirms earthenware but same heading
• Provide evidence of bulk commercial sales, not retail
• Ensure no Chapter 69 exclusions like electrical insulators