Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including ceramic articles of various materials, such as porcelain, pottery, stoneware, etc. This chapter is divided into two main parts: the first subchapter (6901-6910) covers articles of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths and refractory ceramic articles; the second subchapter (6911-6914) covers other ceramic articles, of which 6911 covers porcelain tableware and kitchenware, 6912 covers other ceramic tableware and kitchenware, 6913 covers other ceramic ornaments, and 6914 covers other ceramic articles. This chapter does not include ceramic machinery, equipment, electrical parts, etc. (classified under Chapter 84 or 85), nor does it include ceramic toys, jewelry, etc. (classified under Chapter 95 or 71). Heading 6911 covers porcelain tableware and kitchenware, including various porcelain (porcelain or china) plates, dishes, cups, bowls, pots, jars, urns and other tableware, as well as porcelain kitchenware such as knives, forks, spoons, cutting boards, rolling pins, etc. However, note that porcelain kitchenware with metal blades or working parts may be classified under Chapter 82; porcelain grinders, knife sharpeners, etc. must also be judged according to their specific function. This heading is further subdivided into two subheadings: 691110 (porcelain kitchenware) and 691190 (other porcelain tableware and kitchenware). The first 2 digits 69: represent Chapter 69, i.e., ceramic products. This chapter covers all ceramic articles, but they are divided into different headings according to material and use. Digits 3-4, 11: represent heading 6911, i.e., porcelain tableware and kitchenware. This heading is distinguished from 6912 (other ceramic tableware and kitchenware), mainly based on whether the material is porcelain. Digits 5-6, 10: represent subheading 691110, i.e., porcelain kitchenware. This subheading is further distinguished from 691190 (other porcelain tableware and kitchenware), mainly based on whether the use is kitchenware rather than tableware. Therefore, 691110 specifically refers to porcelain utensils used for kitchen operations, such as porcelain knives, spoons, cutting boards, etc. This product is porcelain kitchenware. Because its material is porcelain and its use is kitchenware, it is classified under 691110. If the material is pottery or stoneware, it should be classified under 6912; if it is porcelain but used for the dining table (such as plates and dishes), it should be classified under 691190; if it is porcelain but used for decoration, it is classified under 6913; if it is porcelain but used for industrial or laboratory purposes, it may be classified under 6909 or 6914. Therefore, material and use are the key factors determining classification under this code.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity should accurately describe the product, such as "porcelain kitchen knife," "porcelain cutting board," etc. Avoid using general names. Material: State the material of the commodity, indicating whether it is porcelain or ceramic, and provide the type of porcelain where possible, such as hard porcelain or soft porcelain. Use: State the specific use of the commodity, such as for kitchen cutting, grinding, holding, etc. It should be clearly identified as kitchenware rather than tableware. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand." Model: If there is a model, declare the model; if there is no model, declare "no model." Processing method: State the processing method of the commodity, such as forming, firing, glazing, etc. Appearance: Describe the appearance of the commodity, such as color, shape, pattern, etc. Packaging specifications: State the packaging method of the commodity, such as boxed, set, etc., and the quantity per piece. Product name: porcelain kitchen knife; Material: porcelain (hard porcelain); Use: cutting food in the kitchen; Brand: no brand; Model: no model; Processing method: formed and fired at high temperature, surface unglazed; Appearance: white, knife-shaped, 15 cm long; Packaging specifications: each piece individually packed in a plastic bag, 100 pieces/carton. Confusing porcelain kitchenware with porcelain tableware, resulting in incorrect classification under 691190. Failure to accurately distinguish porcelain from pottery, incorrectly classifying pottery kitchenware under 691110. Ignoring that the product may have metal parts; if the metal part constitutes the essential character, it may be classified under Chapter 82. Incomplete declaration elements, such as omitting brand, model, etc., affecting customs review.

The core basis for classification is the material and use of the commodity. First, it must be confirmed that the material is porcelain, i.e., a ceramic material fired at high temperature, dense, and with low water absorption. Second, the use must be kitchenware, i.e., utensils used for food preparation, cooking, and other kitchen operations, rather than tableware. If the material is pottery or stoneware, it is classified under 6912; if the use is tableware, it is classified under 691190; if it is for decoration, it is classified under 6913. In addition, if the commodity has characteristics of other chapters, such as knives of Chapter 82 (with metal blades), it may be classified according to the essential character. 691190 Other porcelain tableware and kitchenware: 691190 covers porcelain tableware (such as plates, dishes, cups) and kitchenware not specifically named, while 691110 specifically refers to porcelain kitchenware. If the commodity is porcelain tableware, it should be classified under 691190; if it is kitchenware, it is classified under 691110. 691200 Other ceramic tableware and kitchenware: 691200 covers tableware and kitchenware of non-porcelain materials such as pottery and stoneware. If the commodity material is pottery or stoneware, even if it is kitchenware, it should be classified under 691200, not 691110. 691300 Other ceramic ornaments: 691300 covers ceramic ornaments, such as vases, sculptures, etc. If porcelain kitchenware is mainly used for decoration, it should be classified under 691300, not 691110. 821599 Other hand tools: If porcelain kitchenware has a metal blade or working part, and the metal part constitutes the essential character, it may be classified under 8215, etc. However, if the porcelain part is the essential character, it is still classified under 691110. 690919 Other ceramic articles for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses: If porcelain kitchenware is specially used for laboratory or technical purposes, it should be classified under 6909, not 691110. However, general kitchenware is not classified here. Is the material porcelain? Is the use kitchenware? Does it have metal parts? Does the metal part constitute the essential character? Does it belong to tableware or ornaments? Is it specially used for laboratory or technical purposes?

How to distinguish porcelain kitchenware from porcelain tableware? Porcelain kitchenware refers to utensils used for kitchen operations, such as knives, cutting boards, rolling pins, etc.; porcelain tableware refers to utensils used for holding food on the dining table, such as plates, bowls, cups, etc. If the commodity is mainly used for food preparation in the kitchen, it is classified under 691110; if it is mainly used at the dining table, it is classified under 691190. How should porcelain kitchenware with a metal handle be classified? If the metal handle only plays an auxiliary role and the essential character of the commodity is still porcelain, it is classified under 691110; if the metal part constitutes the essential character or has an independent function, it may be classified under Chapter 82. Judgment should be made based on the specific commodity. Can pottery kitchenware be classified under 691110? No. 691110 applies only to porcelain kitchenware. Kitchenware of non-porcelain materials such as pottery and stoneware should be classified under 691200. What are the declaration elements for porcelain kitchenware? Mainly include product name, material, use, brand, model, processing method, appearance, packaging specifications, etc. For details, refer to the customs declaration elements table to ensure completeness and accuracy. How to check the tariff rate for 691110? You can check the latest import tariff, value-added tax, and other rates by entering HS code 691110 on the website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party tariff query tools. Note that rates may vary by country, trade agreement, etc. Are 691110 and 691190 easily confused during customs declaration? Yes, both involve porcelain products, but their uses are different. 691110 is kitchenware, and 691190 is tableware and others. During customs declaration, the use must be accurately described to avoid incorrect classification. What certifications are required for exporting porcelain kitchenware? Different certifications may be required for export to different countries, such as FDA (USA), LFGB (Germany), and other food contact material certifications. It is recommended to apply in advance according to destination requirements. If porcelain kitchenware is a set, how should it be declared? If all items in the set are porcelain kitchenware, the set may be declared as a whole under 691110; if it contains other items, they must be declared separately or classified according to the essential character. It is recommended to provide a detailed list.