Hand-Painted Terracotta Pitcher from Japan
A traditional terracotta pitcher with folk art patterns, used for serving water or sangria at the table. Its high water absorption (>3%) and clay composition make it classic earthenware kitchenware under HTS 6912.00.48.
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
• Document hand-painting as decoration on functional ware, not ornamental art
• Ensure thickness <3.2 cm if marketed as 'tile-like' to avoid tile exclusions
• Pair with matching items carefully to prevent accidental 'specified set' valuation