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
19.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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