Porcelain mug Hs Code

Porcelain mug harmonized system code

Product Overview The porcelain mug classified under HS Code 691110 is defined as a durable drinking vessel manufactured primarily from refined kaolin-based ceramic materials exhibiting high vitrification and low porosity. These mugs typically possess a cylindrical shape with a capacity range of 200 to 400 milliliters, featuring smooth glazed surfaces that ensure non-porous, hygienic contact with consumables. The production process involves high-temperature firing (typically exceeding 1,200°C) to achieve optimal mechanical strength, thermal shock resistance, and aesthetic consistency. Under HS Code 691110, porcelain mugs are categorized within the broader group of "Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles, of porcelain or china," with subcategories distinguishing between cups, mugs, and other drinking vessels based on design and intended use. Commercially, these mugs are extensively utilized in food service establishments, retail outlets, hospitality sectors, and promotional merchandise markets, valued for their robustness, chemical inertness, and suitability for hot and cold beverages. Their competitive advantages include superior durability, resistance to staining and scratching, and compliance with food safety standards, positioning them as preferred choices for both domestic and international trade. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The porcelain mug falls under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 691110, where "69" designates Chapter 69 covering "Ceramic products," "11" specifies Heading 6911 for "Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles, of porcelain or china," and the final two digits "10" identify mugs and similar drinking vessels. This classification is based on the product’s material composition—refined porcelain—and its functional design as a drinking vessel, consistent with WTO and international customs nomenclature guidelines. Trade considerations include standard packaging protocols such as double-layered corrugated cartons with individual protective padding to mitigate breakage during transit. Preservation methods emphasize moisture control and temperature stability to prevent glazing defects or microfractures. Shipping requirements adhere to International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards when applicable, ensuring secure palletization and labeling for customs clearance. Quality standards conform to ISO 6486 for ceramic tableware safety and ASTM C1162 for porcelain composition and firing quality. Compliance with these specifications facilitates smooth cross-border movement and accurate tariff application, supporting import/export documentation and customs broker assessments efficiently.

Porcelain mug 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).