Hand-Thrown Earthenware Stein from Japan
Artisanal hand-thrown stein with reactive glaze, suitable for ale or cider, absorbing 3-5% water per ASTM C373. As non-porcelain, non-stoneware tableware, it fits HTS 6912.00.44.00 for mugs and steins.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct absorption tests on representative samples; earthenware over 3% may still classify here if not porcelain
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could shift to other ceramic headings
• Declare as individual articles, not sets, unless meeting specified set criteria with multiple pieces