Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including ceramic products made of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths, refractory ceramic products, ceramic building products, ceramic laboratory products, ceramic technical products, ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household and toilet ceramic products, ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles, etc. This chapter does not include glass products, natural or artificial precious stones, precious metal products, etc. The main characteristics of ceramic products are that they are formed and fired at high temperature, and have properties such as hardness, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance. Heading 6913 covers ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles, including statuettes, statues, vases, flower pots, decorative plates, ornaments, etc., made of non-refractory ceramics. These articles are usually used for indoor and outdoor decoration, viewing, or as gifts. Heading 6913 does not include ceramic tableware, kitchenware, ceramic building products, ceramic technical products, etc., nor does it include toys, jewelry, lamps, etc. First 2 digits 69: indicates Chapter 69, ceramic products. Digits 3-4 13: indicates heading 6913, ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles. Digits 5-6 90: indicates subheading 691390, namely other ceramic statuettes and ornamental articles, not named in other subheadings. Under 6913 there are also 691310 (porcelain statuettes and ornamental articles) and 691390 (other ceramic statuettes and ornamental articles). Therefore, 691390 specifically refers to ceramic (such as earthenware, stoneware, etc.) statuettes and ornamental articles other than porcelain. This product is an earthenware statuette and other ornamental article, does not belong to porcelain (691310), and does not belong to ceramic products of other headings (such as tableware 6912, building ceramics 6907, etc.), so it is classified under 691390. If it were porcelain, it would be classified under 691310; if it were other materials (such as glass, plastic), it would be classified under other chapters.
Chapter
Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including ceramic products made of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths, refractory ceramic products, ceramic building products, ceramic laboratory products, ceramic technical products, ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household and toilet ceramic products, ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles, etc. This chapter does not include glass products, natural or artificial precious stones, precious metal products, etc. The main characteristics of ceramic products are that they are formed and fired at high temperature, and have properties such as hardness, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance.
Heading
Heading 6913 covers ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles, including statuettes, statues, vases, flower pots, decorative plates, ornaments, etc., made of non-refractory ceramics. These articles are usually used for indoor and outdoor decoration, viewing, or as gifts. Heading 6913 does not include ceramic tableware, kitchenware, ceramic building products, ceramic technical products, etc., nor does it include toys, jewelry, lamps, etc.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 69: indicates Chapter 69, ceramic products. Digits 3-4 13: indicates heading 6913, ceramic statuettes and other ornamental articles. Digits 5-6 90: indicates subheading 691390, namely other ceramic statuettes and ornamental articles, not named in other subheadings. Under 6913 there are also 691310 (porcelain statuettes and ornamental articles) and 691390 (other ceramic statuettes and ornamental articles). Therefore, 691390 specifically refers to ceramic (such as earthenware, stoneware, etc.) statuettes and ornamental articles other than porcelain.
Classification Basis
This product is an earthenware statuette and other ornamental article, does not belong to porcelain (691310), and does not belong to ceramic products of other headings (such as tableware 6912, building ceramics 6907, etc.), so it is classified under 691390. If it were porcelain, it would be classified under 691310; if it were other materials (such as glass, plastic), it would be classified under other chapters.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as earthenware statuette, earthenware vase, etc., must be consistent with the actual goods. Material: State the type of ceramic, such as earthenware, stoneware, etc., and indicate whether it is glazed. Use: State the specific use, such as indoor decoration, garden decoration, gifts, etc. 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 it; if there is no model, declare 'no model'. Size: Declare the size of the commodity, such as height, diameter, etc., so that customs can judge. Packaging method: Declare the packaging form of the commodity, such as carton, wooden box, etc. Product name: earthenware statuette; Material: earthenware, glazed; Use: indoor decoration; Brand: no brand; Model: no model; Size: height 30 cm; Packaging method: carton packaging. Mistakenly declaring porcelain statuettes as earthenware, should be classified under 691310 rather than 691390. Mistakenly declaring decorative ceramics as tableware or kitchenware, resulting in incorrect classification. Failure to declare brand or model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as earthenware statuette, earthenware vase, etc., must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Writing only 'ceramic ornamental article' is too general and does not distinguish porcelain from earthenware.
Material
State the type of ceramic, such as earthenware, stoneware, etc., and indicate whether it is glazed.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring porcelain as earthenware, resulting in incorrect classification.
Use
State the specific use, such as indoor decoration, garden decoration, gifts, etc.
⚠️ Unclear use description, such as writing only 'for decoration', may affect classification.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare 'no brand'.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or misspelling the brand.
Model
If there is a model, declare it; if there is no model, declare 'no model'.
⚠️ The model does not match the actual goods or is omitted.
Size
Declare the size of the commodity, such as height, diameter, etc., so that customs can judge.
⚠️ Size units are not uniform or not declared.
Packaging method
Declare the packaging form of the commodity, such as carton, wooden box, etc.
Mistakenly declaring porcelain statuettes as earthenware, should be classified under 691310 rather than 691390.
Mistakenly declaring decorative ceramics as tableware or kitchenware, resulting in incorrect classification.
Failure to declare brand or model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: 1. Whether the material is ceramic; 2. Whether it is a statuette or ornamental article; 3. Whether it is porcelain. If porcelain, classify under 691310; if other ceramic, classify under 691390. At the same time, other headings must be excluded, such as ceramic tableware (6912), building ceramics (6907), technical ceramics (6909), etc. 691310 Porcelain statuettes and ornamental articles: The material is porcelain, while 691390 is other ceramics (such as earthenware, stoneware). 691200 Ceramic tableware and kitchenware: The use is tableware or kitchenware, not ornamental articles. 690990 Other ceramic articles: Usually refers to technical ceramics, not ornamental articles. 691110 Porcelain tableware: The material is porcelain and the use is tableware, different from ornamental articles. Is the material ceramic? Is it a statuette or ornamental article? Is it porcelain? Are other headings excluded? Are the declaration elements complete?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: 1. Whether the material is ceramic; 2. Whether it is a statuette or ornamental article; 3. Whether it is porcelain. If porcelain, classify under 691310; if other ceramic, classify under 691390. At the same time, other headings must be excluded, such as ceramic tableware (6912), building ceramics (6907), technical ceramics (6909), etc.
Confused Codes：
691310 - Porcelain statuettes and ornamental articles
The material is porcelain, while 691390 is other ceramics (such as earthenware, stoneware).
691200 - Ceramic tableware and kitchenware
The use is tableware or kitchenware, not ornamental articles.
690990 - Other ceramic articles
Usually refers to technical ceramics, not ornamental articles.
691110 - Porcelain tableware
The material is porcelain and the use is tableware, different from ornamental articles.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material ceramic?
✓ Is it a statuette or ornamental article?
✓ Is it porcelain?
✓ Are other headings excluded?
✓ Are the declaration elements complete?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between earthenware statuettes and porcelain statuettes? Earthenware statuettes are classified under 691390, and porcelain statuettes under 691310. The main difference lies in the material: porcelain usually refers to ceramics with a dense body, low water absorption, and good translucency; earthenware has higher water absorption and is not translucent. How to determine whether a ceramic ornamental article is porcelain or earthenware? It can be judged by water absorption, translucency, sound, etc. Porcelain has low water absorption (usually <0.5%), good translucency, and a clear ringing sound when tapped; earthenware has high water absorption, is not translucent, and has a dull sound. If necessary, it can be sent to a laboratory for testing. How to distinguish HS codes for ceramic ornamental articles and ceramic tableware? Distinguish by use: ornamental articles are classified under 6913, tableware under 6911 or 6912. If it can be used both for decoration and as tableware, it should be determined according to the principal use. What elements need to be declared for exporting earthenware ornamental articles? Product name, material, use, brand, model, size, packaging method, etc. need to be declared. The specifics are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to refer to the Customs Administration's Catalog of Specifications for the Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China. Are there export tax rebates for earthenware ornamental articles? Export tax rebates depend on the commodity code and the policy at the time. Please check the latest export tax rebate rate; you may refer to the export tax rebate rate library issued by the State Taxation Administration or consult the local customs. How to choose the HS code for selling earthenware ornamental articles via cross-border e-commerce? It should be selected according to the actual material and use of the commodity. Earthenware ornamental articles are usually classified under 691390. If porcelain, then under 691310. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or use the customs classification advance ruling service. What is the import tariff rate for earthenware ornamental articles? Tariff rates change and vary by country of origin, trade agreements, etc. Please check the latest Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or query through the General Administration of Customs website. MFN rates, agreement rates, etc. need to be specifically confirmed. What are the regulatory conditions for HS code 691390? Regulatory conditions may include import and export commodity inspection, animal and plant quarantine, etc., depending on the material and use of the commodity. Please check the latest Customs Regulatory Conditions Code Table or consult the local customs.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between earthenware statuettes and porcelain statuettes?
A: Earthenware statuettes are classified under 691390, and porcelain statuettes under 691310. The main difference lies in the material: porcelain usually refers to ceramics with a dense body, low water absorption, and good translucency; earthenware has higher water absorption and is not translucent.
Q: How to determine whether a ceramic ornamental article is porcelain or earthenware?
A: It can be judged by water absorption, translucency, sound, etc. Porcelain has low water absorption (usually <0.5%), good translucency, and a clear ringing sound when tapped; earthenware has high water absorption, is not translucent, and has a dull sound. If necessary, it can be sent to a laboratory for testing.
Q: How to distinguish HS codes for ceramic ornamental articles and ceramic tableware?
A: Distinguish by use: ornamental articles are classified under 6913, tableware under 6911 or 6912. If it can be used both for decoration and as tableware, it should be determined according to the principal use.
Q: What elements need to be declared for exporting earthenware ornamental articles?
A: Product name, material, use, brand, model, size, packaging method, etc. need to be declared. The specifics are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to refer to the Customs Administration's Catalog of Specifications for the Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China.
Q: Are there export tax rebates for earthenware ornamental articles?
A: Export tax rebates depend on the commodity code and the policy at the time. Please check the latest export tax rebate rate; you may refer to the export tax rebate rate library issued by the State Taxation Administration or consult the local customs.
Q: How to choose the HS code for selling earthenware ornamental articles via cross-border e-commerce?
A: It should be selected according to the actual material and use of the commodity. Earthenware ornamental articles are usually classified under 691390. If porcelain, then under 691310. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or use the customs classification advance ruling service.
Q: What is the import tariff rate for earthenware ornamental articles?
A: Tariff rates change and vary by country of origin, trade agreements, etc. Please check the latest Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or query through the General Administration of Customs website. MFN rates, agreement rates, etc. need to be specifically confirmed.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for HS code 691390?
A: Regulatory conditions may include import and export commodity inspection, animal and plant quarantine, etc., depending on the material and use of the commodity. Please check the latest Customs Regulatory Conditions Code Table or consult the local customs.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.