China Toothpick Holder from Japan
A decorative porcelain holder for toothpicks with a glazed finish and translucent fired body meeting china standards. Classified under HTS 6914.10.8000 as 'other' porcelain articles, distinct from kitchenware or lab ware. Firing exceeds 800°C, confirming Chapter 69 applicability.
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
• Label as 'porcelain' only if absorption test confirms ≤0.5% water uptake; otherwise, risks earthenware classification
• Document non-tableware use to prevent misclassification under 6911/6912 patterns or sets
• Ensure no electrical components, as insulators are excluded to Chapter 85