Porcelain Serviette Ring with Gold Trim from Japan
A decorative serviette ring made from stoneware with a fired white body that absorbs less than 0.5% water, featuring elegant gold trim. It is designed to hold napkins at the table, classifying under HTS 6912.00.46.00 as a ceramic serviette ring other than porcelain or china, but fitting the stoneware category per chapter notes.
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
• Verify water absorption rate using ASTM C373 test to confirm stoneware classification (under 3% absorption)
• Provide lab certification for material composition to avoid reclassification as porcelain under 6911
• Ensure marking as 'stoneware' if applicable to meet Country of Origin labeling requirements