Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including articles made of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths, refractory ceramic products, ceramic building products, ceramic laboratory products, ceramic technical products, ceramic tableware, kitchenware and other household or toilet ceramic products, ceramic decorative articles, etc. This chapter does not include glass products (Chapter 70), natural stone products (Chapter 68) or precious metal products (Chapter 71). Ceramic products are made by firing clay or other inorganic non-metallic materials at high temperatures, and have properties such as heat resistance and corrosion resistance. Heading 6914 covers other ceramic articles, that is, ceramic articles not more specifically named in other headings. This heading includes household or decorative articles made of pottery or porcelain, but excludes ceramic articles already classified in 6907 to 6913 (such as building bricks, tiles, tableware, sanitary ware, etc.). Under 6914, it is mainly divided into two subheadings: porcelain and other ceramics, among which 691490 is other ceramic (non-porcelain) household or decorative articles, usually referring to pottery, stoneware, earthenware and other non-porcelain ceramic articles. Code 691490 is a 6-digit HS code. The first 2 digits "69" represent Chapter 69, namely ceramic products. The 3rd-4th digits "14" represent heading 6914, namely other ceramic articles. The 5th-6th digits "90" represent subheading 691490, namely other ceramic household or decorative articles (non-porcelain). Specifically, the 5th digit "9" indicates that the subheading level is "other", and the 6th digit "0" indicates that there is no further subdivision under this subheading. Therefore, the complete meaning of 691490 is: non-porcelain ceramic household or decorative articles, not named in other subheadings. This product is a pottery household or decorative article. Because the material is pottery (non-porcelain) and the use is household or decorative, it is classified under 6914. If it were porcelain, it should be classified under 6911 (porcelain tableware and household utensils) or 6913 (porcelain decorative articles). If it were ceramic building products, it should be classified under 6907 or 6908. Therefore, 691490 applies to non-porcelain pottery household or decorative articles, such as pottery jars, pottery vases, pottery ornaments, etc.
Chapter
Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including articles made of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths, refractory ceramic products, ceramic building products, ceramic laboratory products, ceramic technical products, ceramic tableware, kitchenware and other household or toilet ceramic products, ceramic decorative articles, etc. This chapter does not include glass products (Chapter 70), natural stone products (Chapter 68) or precious metal products (Chapter 71). Ceramic products are made by firing clay or other inorganic non-metallic materials at high temperatures, and have properties such as heat resistance and corrosion resistance.
Heading
Heading 6914 covers other ceramic articles, that is, ceramic articles not more specifically named in other headings. This heading includes household or decorative articles made of pottery or porcelain, but excludes ceramic articles already classified in 6907 to 6913 (such as building bricks, tiles, tableware, sanitary ware, etc.). Under 6914, it is mainly divided into two subheadings: porcelain and other ceramics, among which 691490 is other ceramic (non-porcelain) household or decorative articles, usually referring to pottery, stoneware, earthenware and other non-porcelain ceramic articles.
Digit Breakdown
Code 691490 is a 6-digit HS code. The first 2 digits "69" represent Chapter 69, namely ceramic products. The 3rd-4th digits "14" represent heading 6914, namely other ceramic articles. The 5th-6th digits "90" represent subheading 691490, namely other ceramic household or decorative articles (non-porcelain). Specifically, the 5th digit "9" indicates that the subheading level is "other", and the 6th digit "0" indicates that there is no further subdivision under this subheading. Therefore, the complete meaning of 691490 is: non-porcelain ceramic household or decorative articles, not named in other subheadings.
Classification Basis
This product is a pottery household or decorative article. Because the material is pottery (non-porcelain) and the use is household or decorative, it is classified under 6914. If it were porcelain, it should be classified under 6911 (porcelain tableware and household utensils) or 6913 (porcelain decorative articles). If it were ceramic building products, it should be classified under 6907 or 6908. Therefore, 691490 applies to non-porcelain pottery household or decorative articles, such as pottery jars, pottery vases, pottery ornaments, etc.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods shall be specific and clear, such as "pottery vase", "pottery decorative ornament", etc. Material: Explain the type of ceramic, such as pottery, stoneware, earthenware, etc., and indicate whether it is glazed. Use: Explain the specific use, such as household, decorative, garden use, etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand". Specification and model: Declare the size, capacity, model, etc. of the product, such as height, diameter, etc. Processing method: Explain the forming method (such as handmade, slip casting, pressing) and firing temperature, etc. Packaging type: Declare the packaging method, such as carton, wooden box, pallet, etc. Product name: pottery vase; Material: pottery (earthenware), glazed; Use: home decoration; Brand: no brand; Specification and model: height 25 cm, mouth diameter 8 cm; Processing method: handmade forming, kiln temperature 1100°C; Packaging: carton, 12 pieces per carton. Mistakenly classifying pottery under porcelain codes 6911 or 6913, resulting in incorrect classification. Failing to distinguish household and decorative uses, which may affect subheading determination. Ignoring the declaration of processing method, as handmade and machine-made may involve different regulatory conditions.
Product name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods shall be specific and clear, such as "pottery vase", "pottery decorative ornament", etc.
⚠️ Only declaring "ceramic products" without distinguishing pottery or porcelain.
Material
Explain the type of ceramic, such as pottery, stoneware, earthenware, etc., and indicate whether it is glazed.
⚠️ Misreporting pottery as porcelain, or failing to indicate whether it is glazed.
Use
Explain the specific use, such as household, decorative, garden use, etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "daily use", without specifying household or decorative.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or failing to declare the brand.
Specification and model
Declare the size, capacity, model, etc. of the product, such as height, diameter, etc.
⚠️ Incomplete specification description, only declaring "large", "small".
Processing method
Explain the forming method (such as handmade, slip casting, pressing) and firing temperature, etc.
⚠️ Failing to declare the processing method, or confusing it with porcelain processing.
Packaging type
Declare the packaging method, such as carton, wooden box, pallet, etc.
⚠️ Incorrect declaration of packaging type, affecting customs inspection.
Example： Product name: pottery vase; Material: pottery (earthenware), glazed; Use: home decoration; Brand: no brand; Specification and model: height 25 cm, mouth diameter 8 cm; Processing method: handmade forming, kiln temperature 1100°C; Packaging: carton, 12 pieces per carton.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying pottery under porcelain codes 6911 or 6913, resulting in incorrect classification.
Failing to distinguish household and decorative uses, which may affect subheading determination.
Ignoring the declaration of processing method, as handmade and machine-made may involve different regulatory conditions.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is material and use. First, the material must be ceramic and non-porcelain (that is, pottery, stoneware, etc.). Second, the use must be household or decorative, excluding construction, technical, sanitary and other uses. Finally, check whether it is more specifically named in other headings, such as tableware under 6912, sanitary ware under 6910. If none apply, classify under 691490. 691110 Porcelain tableware and household utensils: The material is porcelain, not pottery; the use is tableware or household utensils, such as porcelain bowls and porcelain plates. 691310 Porcelain decorative articles: The material is porcelain, and the use is decoration, such as porcelain vases and porcelain ornaments. 691200 Pottery tableware and household utensils: The material is pottery, but the use is tableware or kitchenware, such as pottery bowls and pottery pots. 691390 Other pottery decorative articles: The material is pottery, and the use is decoration, but depending on the specific type it may be classified under 6913 rather than 6914. 690990 Other ceramic articles: Ceramic articles not specifically named, but usually referring to technical ceramics rather than household or decorative use. Is the material pottery rather than porcelain? Is the use household or decorative? Has it already been classified under a more specific heading? Does it belong to ceramic building products? Does it belong to technical ceramics?
Basis
The core basis for classification is material and use. First, the material must be ceramic and non-porcelain (that is, pottery, stoneware, etc.). Second, the use must be household or decorative, excluding construction, technical, sanitary and other uses. Finally, check whether it is more specifically named in other headings, such as tableware under 6912, sanitary ware under 6910. If none apply, classify under 691490.
Confused Codes：
691110 - Porcelain tableware and household utensils
The material is porcelain, not pottery; the use is tableware or household utensils, such as porcelain bowls and porcelain plates.
691310 - Porcelain decorative articles
The material is porcelain, and the use is decoration, such as porcelain vases and porcelain ornaments.
691200 - Pottery tableware and household utensils
The material is pottery, but the use is tableware or kitchenware, such as pottery bowls and pottery pots.
691390 - Other pottery decorative articles
The material is pottery, and the use is decoration, but depending on the specific type it may be classified under 6913 rather than 6914.
690990 - Other ceramic articles
Ceramic articles not specifically named, but usually referring to technical ceramics rather than household or decorative use.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material pottery rather than porcelain?
✓ Is the use household or decorative?
✓ Has it already been classified under a more specific heading?
✓ Does it belong to ceramic building products?
✓ Does it belong to technical ceramics?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the import tariff rate for 691490? You can check the most-favored-nation tariff rate, agreement tariff rate, etc. through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms by entering HS code 691490 and selecting the importing country, origin, and other information. Note that tariff rates will be adjusted with policy changes, and the latest published rates should be used. What is the difference in classification between pottery vases and porcelain vases? Pottery vases are classified under 691490, and porcelain vases under 691310. The main difference lies in the material: pottery has a higher water absorption rate and a coarser texture; porcelain is dense and has a low water absorption rate. The material must be accurately described during declaration to avoid classification errors. Does 691490 require brand declaration? Yes, brand is one of the declaration elements. If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, declare "no brand". Brand information helps customs intellectual property protection and avoids infringement risks. Can pottery decorative articles and pottery tableware be classified under the same code? No. Pottery tableware is classified under 691200, and pottery decorative articles under 691490 (or 691390). Use is the key distinction: tableware is used for eating and drinking, while decorative articles are used for viewing. What certifications are required to export 691490 to the EU? Exporting to the EU requires compliance with CE certification requirements. In particular, food contact materials must comply with EU regulations (such as EU 10/2011). Decorative articles may need to comply with REACH regulations. The specific certification depends on the product use and material, and it is recommended to consult a professional agency. How should "processing method" be filled in for the declaration elements of 691490? Processing method refers to ceramic forming and firing processes, such as handmade forming, slip casting, press forming, and firing temperature (such as 1100°C). Different processing methods may affect product characteristics and must be declared truthfully. Are pottery garden decorative articles classified under 691490? If the garden decorative articles are pottery and not for construction use, they are usually classified under 691490. However, if they are ceramic building products (such as ceramic bricks), they should be classified under 6907 or 6908. It must be judged according to the specific use. What is the difference between 691490 and 691390? 691390 is other pottery decorative articles, and 691490 is other pottery household or decorative articles. The scopes of the two overlap, but 691390 more specifically refers to decorative articles, while 691490 includes household and decorative use. If a decorative article is specifically named, it should be classified under 691390 first.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 691490?
A: You can check the most-favored-nation tariff rate, agreement tariff rate, etc. through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms by entering HS code 691490 and selecting the importing country, origin, and other information. Note that tariff rates will be adjusted with policy changes, and the latest published rates should be used.
Q: What is the difference in classification between pottery vases and porcelain vases?
A: Pottery vases are classified under 691490, and porcelain vases under 691310. The main difference lies in the material: pottery has a higher water absorption rate and a coarser texture; porcelain is dense and has a low water absorption rate. The material must be accurately described during declaration to avoid classification errors.
Q: Does 691490 require brand declaration?
A: Yes, brand is one of the declaration elements. If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, declare "no brand". Brand information helps customs intellectual property protection and avoids infringement risks.
Q: Can pottery decorative articles and pottery tableware be classified under the same code?
A: No. Pottery tableware is classified under 691200, and pottery decorative articles under 691490 (or 691390). Use is the key distinction: tableware is used for eating and drinking, while decorative articles are used for viewing.
Q: What certifications are required to export 691490 to the EU?
A: Exporting to the EU requires compliance with CE certification requirements. In particular, food contact materials must comply with EU regulations (such as EU 10/2011). Decorative articles may need to comply with REACH regulations. The specific certification depends on the product use and material, and it is recommended to consult a professional agency.
Q: How should "processing method" be filled in for the declaration elements of 691490?
A: Processing method refers to ceramic forming and firing processes, such as handmade forming, slip casting, press forming, and firing temperature (such as 1100°C). Different processing methods may affect product characteristics and must be declared truthfully.
Q: Are pottery garden decorative articles classified under 691490?
A: If the garden decorative articles are pottery and not for construction use, they are usually classified under 691490. However, if they are ceramic building products (such as ceramic bricks), they should be classified under 6907 or 6908. It must be judged according to the specific use.
Q: What is the difference between 691490 and 691390?
A: 691390 is other pottery decorative articles, and 691490 is other pottery household or decorative articles. The scopes of the two overlap, but 691390 more specifically refers to decorative articles, while 691490 includes household and decorative use. If a decorative article is specifically named, it should be classified under 691390 first.
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