Red Earthenware Mixing Bowl from Japan
A hand-thrown earthenware bowl with a vibrant red glaze, designed for mixing ingredients in the kitchen. It meets the Chapter 69 criteria as a fired ceramic product containing clay that absorbs more than 3% water, classifying it as earthenware tableware and kitchenware under HTS 6912.00.48 as other non-porcelain items.
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
• Verify water absorption exceeds 3% via ASTM C373 test to confirm earthenware status and avoid reclassification to porcelain
• Provide firing temperature records (>800°C) to prove compliance with Chapter 69 firing requirements
• Label accurately as earthenware to prevent customs disputes over material composition