Utilitarian articles of a kind used in the home in the performance of specific religious or cultural ritual celebrations for religious or cultural holidays, or religious festive occasions, such as Seder plates, blessing cups, menorahs or kinaras
Articles classifiable in subheadings 3924.10, 3926.90, 6307.90, 6911.10, 6912.00, 7013.22, 7013.28, 7013.41, 7013.49, 8539.51, 9405.21, 9405.29, 9405.41, 9405.42, 9405.49 or 9405.50, the foregoing meeting the descriptions set forth below: > Utilitarian articles of a kind used in the home in the performance of specific religious or cultural ritual celebrations for religious or cultural holidays, or religious festive occasions, such as Seder plates, blessing cups, menorahs or kinaras
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Products classified under HTS 9817.95.01
Porcelain Seder Plate
A decorative porcelain plate with six compartments for the symbolic foods of the Passover Seder meal, used in Jewish homes during the ritual celebration of Passover. This utilitarian article falls under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 6911.10 as it is specifically designed for religious holiday observance in the home. The plate enables the performance of the Seder ritual central to Jewish Passover tradition.
Silver Kiddush Blessing Cup
A silver cup used in Jewish homes to recite the Kiddush blessing over wine during Shabbat and Jewish holidays. This utilitarian ritual article qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 7013.41 as it's essential for performing specific religious blessings in home celebrations. The cup holds the ceremonial wine central to Jewish Sabbath and festival observances.
Brass Menorah for Hanukkah
A nine-branch brass menorah used in Jewish homes during Hanukkah to hold candles for the eight nights of the Festival of Lights plus shamash candle. Classified under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 9405.50 as a utilitarian ritual candle holder for specific religious holiday observance. Essential for the mitzvah of lighting Hanukkah candles at home.
Kinara Candle Holder Set
Seven-candle kinara holder made of wood for Kwanzaa celebrations in African American homes, representing the seven principles of Kwanzaa. This cultural ritual article qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 9405.50 as a utilitarian candle holder for specific cultural holiday observance. Used with red, black, and green candles during the seven days of Kwanzaa.
Ceramic Matzah Plate Cover
Porcelain cover plate for keeping matzah (unleavened bread) warm during Passover Seder, featuring traditional Jewish symbols. Falls under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 6911.10 as a utilitarian article for specific Passover ritual. Essential for maintaining matzah temperature during the ceremonial meal.
Glass Chalice for Communion
Clear glass chalice used in home prayer services for serving sacramental wine during Christian communion rituals. Qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 7013.28 as utilitarian glassware for specific religious ceremony. Used by Christian families for home worship and Lord's Supper observance.
Wooden Dreidel Storage Box
Carved wooden box for storing Hanukkah dreidels (spinning tops) used in the traditional gambling game during Festival of Lights. Classifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 4421.99 as cultural ritual article for Jewish holiday. Features Hebrew letters Nun, Gimel, Hay, Shin representing Hanukkah miracle.
Plastic Seder Elijah's Cup
Durable plastic cup designated for the Prophet Elijah during Passover Seder, left full of wine for his symbolic arrival. Falls under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 3924.10 as utilitarian plastic tableware for specific Jewish ritual. Features traditional blue glass-like coloring with gold rim.
Metal Chalice for Home Mass
Pewter chalice designed for Catholic home prayer services and small group masses, holding sacramental wine. Qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 8306.29 as metal ritual article for Christian worship. Features traditional communion cup shape with cross engravings.
Ceramic Kwanzaa Unity Cup
Hand-painted ceramic cup for libations during Kwanzaa representing Nunity principle, poured in honor of ancestors. Classifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 6912.00 as cultural ritual vessel for African American holiday. Features seven Kwanzaa colors and Swahili unity word.
Glass Menorah Base
Heavy glass base for secure menorah candle holding during eight nights of Hanukkah home celebrations. Under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 7013.49 as utilitarian glass article for Jewish ritual. Weighted design prevents tipping during candle lighting ceremonies.
Porcelain Blessing Bowl
Porcelain bowl for hand washing ritual during Jewish home ceremonies, including Seder and Shabbat. Qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 6911.10 for specific religious purification rite. Paired with washing cup in traditional Jewish practice.
Wooden Passover Seder Tray
Carved wooden tray organizing six Seder symbolic foods for Passover ritual meal presentation. Falls under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 4419.90 as cultural ritual serving tray. Compartments labeled for Karpas, Maror, Charoset, etc.
Brass Kinara Stand
Polished brass stand elevating kinara candles for Kwanzaa home altar display and lighting ceremonies. Under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 8302.50 as metal ritual candle support for cultural holiday. Seven candle positions with principle engravings.
Ceramic Dreidel Display Dish
Shallow ceramic dish for spinning dreidels during Hanukkah gelt games in Jewish homes. Qualifies under HTS 9817.95.01 and subheading 6912.00 as cultural ritual gaming surface. Features raised edges and Hebrew letter motifs.