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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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