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Floral Bone China Dinner Plate Set from Mexico

A set of 12 dinner plates measuring 26.5 cm in maximum dimension, part of a complete tableware pattern including cups, saucers, soups, fruits, platters, and serving dishes with floral bone china design. Classified under HTS 6912.00.39.10 because it's stoneware available in specified sets where the aggregate value of note 6(b) articles exceeds $38, with plates not over 27.9 cm. The fired ceramic body meets stoneware criteria, absorbing less than 3% water.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the pattern is 'available in specified sets' by confirming all note 6(b) articles (12 plates, 12 cups/saucers, etc.) are offered for sale to qualify under 6912.00.39

• Calculate aggregate value of specified articles using CBP section 402 valuation; exceeding $38 shifts from lower subheadings

• Test water absorption per ASTM C373 to confirm stoneware (≤3% absorption); porcelain exceeding 0.5% limit goes to 6911