Matte Black Earthenware Serviette Ring from Japan
Rustic matte black serviette ring from earthenware clay body fired after shaping, absorbing over 3% water per ASTM C373. Ideal for casual dining to organize napkins, classified in HTS 6912.00.46.00 as other non-porcelain/china ceramic serviette rings.
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
• Conduct and retain ASTM C373 absorption tests; earthenware requires >3% to avoid porcelain misclassification
• Separate shipments for earthenware from stoneware to prevent blended duty rate averaging
• Label products clearly as 'earthenware' for CBP verification during examination