Mikasa Italian Countryside Cereal Bowl from Japan
Stoneware cereal bowls approximately 15.3 cm in diameter, valued over $6 per dozen, with scalloped edges and subtle platinum accents on a creamy white body. These fired ceramic bowls meet stoneware definitions (clay essential, >0.5% but <3% absorption, naturally opaque) and qualify under HTS 6912.00.45.00 for their premium pricing in the 'cereals' category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure maximum dimension accurately; bowls near 15.3 cm qualify as 'cereals' if value exceeds $6/dozen
• Retain manufacturer specs showing stoneware body to prevent misclassification as earthenware or porcelain
• Import in bulk rather than retail packaging to simplify declaration if not part of specified sets