Stoneware Dinner Set - Basic Pattern
A complete stoneware tableware set including 12 dinner plates (26.7 cm), 12 salad plates (15.3 cm), 12 tea cups with saucers, 12 soup bowls (17.8 cm), 12 fruit bowls (12.7 cm), 1 platter (38.1 cm), 1 vegetable dish (25.4 cm), 1 sugar bowl, and 1 creamer, all in a simple solid color pattern. This set qualifies for HTS 6912.00.35 because it meets the 'available in specified sets' criteria per U.S. Note 6(b) and the aggregate value of the specified articles is under $38. Stoneware is defined as clay-based ceramic with water absorption not exceeding 3% and natural opacity.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.8% | +10.0% | 19.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.8% | +10.0% | 19.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 9.8% | +10.0% | 19.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.8% | +10.0% | 19.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.8% | +10.0% | 19.8% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of porcelain or china
Porcelain/china tableware (translucent, ≤0.5% water absorption) falls under 6911, not stoneware provisions in 6912.
If aggregate value exceeds $38
Same stoneware sets but with higher aggregate value of specified articles shift to 6912.00.46.
If sold as individual pieces, not in specified sets
Ornamental ceramic articles or those not meeting the full 'specified sets' availability criteria classify under 6913.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the aggregate value of the 12 plates, 12 cups/saucers, etc
• does not exceed $38 using customs valuation rules; include documentation proving the full specified set is available in this pattern
• Ensure water absorption testing per ASTM C373 confirms stoneware specs (≤3% absorption)
• Avoid misdeclaration as porcelain to prevent reclassification
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Floral Stoneware Tableware Set
Economical stoneware set featuring a floral decal pattern, comprising the full U.S. Note 6(b) articles: 12 large plates, 12 small plates, 12 cups/saucers, soups, fruits, platter, veg dish, sugar, creamer. Classified in 6912.00.35 due to low aggregate value under $38 and availability as a complete specified set pattern. Meets stoneware definition with clay body, ≤3% absorption, and opacity.
Rustic Stoneware Dinner Service
Rustic matte-finish stoneware dinner service set with earthy tone glaze, including all required pieces per Note 6(b): plates, bowls, cups/saucers, platter, etc., aggregate value ≤$38. Fits HTS 6912.00.35 as stoneware tableware available in specified sets; fired ceramic body with clay essential, absorption <3%, opaque.
Everyday Stoneware Specified Set
Basic white stoneware set for daily use, fully compliant with U.S. Note 6(b) quantities and pattern availability, aggregate value under $38. HTS 6912.00.35 applies to this non-porcelain, clay-based fired ceramic tableware with stoneware characteristics (≤3% H2O absorption).
Budget Stoneware China Set
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