Rustic Stoneware Teacup and Saucer from Japan
Bone-colored stoneware teacups with matching saucers, part of a specified set pattern featuring 12 cups/saucers among other articles. Measuring under 22.9 cm, these fired ceramic pieces have natural opacity and absorption under 3%, fitting HTS 6912.00.35.10 for low-value tableware sets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include sales catalog evidence proving the pattern includes all U.S
• Note 6(b) articles like platters and sugars
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring pieces were fired after shaping at ≥800°C, not just cured
• Label shipments clearly distinguishing stoneware from porcelain to prevent reclassification