China Toothpick Holder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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