Meerschaum Pipe Bowl
A hand-carved pipe bowl made from authentic meerschaum mineral, ready for attachment to a stem. Classified under HTS 9614.00.98.90 as a part of a smoking pipe, specifically a pipe bowl of vegetable or mineral carving material per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If stem or bit rather than bowl
Stems and bits of smoking pipes have a dedicated subheading.
If containing semiprecious stones beyond minor amounts
Headings 9601-9606 exclude articles where stones are more than minor constituents.
If unfinished block meerschaum not shaped as pipe part
Uncarved mineral materials may fall under Chapter 68 articles of stone.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certificates authenticating meerschaum as a mineral carving material to support classification
• Declare as 'pipe parts' separately if imported without stems to avoid set classification issues
• Watch for customs scrutiny on unfinished bowls; ensure they qualify as parts under heading 9614
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Vulcanite Pipe Stem
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Porcelain Cigar Holder
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