Ceramic flower pot Hs Code

Ceramic flower pot harmonized system code

Product Overview The ceramic flower pot categorized under HS Code 691490 is a horticultural container primarily manufactured from fired clay materials, exhibiting high durability and porosity suitable for plant cultivation. These pots are typically produced through advanced molding and kiln-firing processes, resulting in standardized dimensions ranging from 10 cm to 50 cm in diameter, with wall thicknesses between 5 mm to 15 mm to ensure structural integrity while allowing adequate aeration. Quality attributes include resistance to weathering, chemical inertness, and aesthetic finishes achieved through glazing or unglazed surfaces, conforming to international ceramic manufacturing standards. The HS Code 691490 encompasses various subcategories such as glazed and unglazed ceramic flower pots, including ornamental and functional designs, differentiated by surface treatment and intended use. Commercially, these pots serve essential roles across retail nursery operations, home gardening, institutional landscaping, and food service sectors where plant presentation is integral. Their value proposition lies in combining functional robustness with decorative appeal, positioning them competitively in global markets that demand compliance with environmental and safety regulations. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications HS Code 691490 is situated within Chapter 69 (Ceramic Products), heading 69.14 (Other Ceramic Articles), with subheading 6914.90 specifically identifying ceramic flower pots and similar articles. The classification is grounded on the product’s ceramic composition and its primary function as a horticultural container, distinct from other ceramic wares like tableware or sanitary fixtures. Trade considerations for this product involve packaging in sturdy corrugated fiberboard cartons or wooden crates with internal cushioning to prevent chipping during transit. Preservation methods generally exclude chemical treatments but emphasize moisture control to avoid mold growth during shipping. Typical shipment units range from 50 to 200 pieces per pallet, optimized for containerized ocean freight. Compliance with ISO 13006 and relevant ASTM ceramic standards ensures product quality and uniformity. All documentation aligns with WTO standards and the Harmonized System nomenclature, facilitating smooth customs clearance and tariff application. These specifications collectively support import/export operations by providing clear criteria for product identification, handling, and regulatory adherence.

Ceramic flower pot Chapter Note

1.- This Chapter applies only to ceramic products which have been fired after shaping : (a) Headings 69.04 to 69.14 apply only to such products other than those classifiable in headings 69.01 to 69.03; (b) Articles heated to temperatures less than 800 °C for purposes such as curing of resins, accelerating hydration reactions, or for the removal of water or other volatile components, are not considered to be fired. Such articles are excluded from Chapter 69; and (c) Ceramic articles are obtained by firing inorganic, non-metallic materials which have been prepared and shaped previously at, in general, room temperature. Raw materials comprise, inter alia, clays, siliceous materials including fused silica, materials with a high melting point, such as oxides, carbides, nitrides, graphite or other carbon, and in some cases binders such as refractory clays or phosphates. 2.- This Chapter does not cover : (a) Products of heading 28.44; (b) Articles of heading 68.04; (c) Articles of Chapter 71 (for example, imitation jewellery); (d) Cermets of heading 81.13; (e) Articles of Chapter 82; (f) Electrical insulators (heading 85.46) or fittings of insulating material of heading 85.47; (g) Artificial teeth (heading 90.21); (h) Articles of Chapter 91 (for example, clocks and clock cases); (ij) Articles of Chapter 94 (for example, furniture, luminaires and lighting fittings, prefabricated buildings); (k) Articles of Chapter 95 (for example, toys, games and sports requisites); (l) Articles of heading 96.06 (for example, buttons) or of heading 96.14 (for example, smoking pipes); or (m) Articles of Chapter 97 (for example, works of art).