HS-2 · Chapter 69
HS chapter 69: Ceramic products
Section XIII — Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; ceramic products; glass and glassware
Ceramic products encompass a variety of goods such as bricks, tiles, and sanitary fixtures. For example, if you're importing ceramic tiles for flooring, you would need to navigate the specific headings under HS-69 to find the correct classification.
To determine the appropriate HS-4 code, start by identifying the product type and its specific use. For instance, if you're dealing with roofing tiles, you would look under 6905. Each heading has distinct characteristics, so pay attention to the material composition and intended application.
As you drill down to HS-6, consider the product's packaging and form. For example, if your shipment includes ceramic pipes, check if they are for plumbing or decorative purposes, as this will guide you to 6906. Clarifying these details ensures compliance and accurate tariff classification.
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- differences between ceramic and porcelain classifications
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Examples & common questions
Example products are typical trade descriptions. Questions below are how people often frame classification for this chapter—use them as reading context, then confirm against your tariff book and legal notes.
Example products
- Ceramic tiles for flooring (HS-6907)
- Refractory bricks for industrial furnaces (HS-6902)
- Ceramic sinks and wash basins (HS-6910)
- Tableware made of porcelain (HS-6911)
- Ceramic pipes for plumbing (HS-6906)
- Roofing tiles for construction (HS-6905)
- Ornamental ceramic statuettes (HS-6913)
- Ceramic pots used for packing goods (HS-6909)
Common classification questions
- What HS code do I need for ceramic tiles?
- How to classify ceramic sanitary ware for import?
- Are roofing tiles classified under HS-69?
- What are the specific codes for ceramic pipes?
- How do I determine the correct HS-4 code for ceramics?
- What is the difference between HS-6901 and HS-6902?
- How to find the right tariff for ceramic tableware?
- Can I use HS-6911 for ceramic kitchenware?
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of ceramic products fall under HS-69?
- HS-69 includes a variety of ceramic goods such as bricks, tiles, sanitary ware, and tableware.
- How do I determine the correct HS-4 code for my ceramic shipment?
- Identify the product type and its intended use, then refer to the specific HS-4 headings for classification.
- Are there specific notes or rulings for ceramic products?
- Yes, check the national tariff schedule for any specific notes or rulings related to your ceramic products.
- What is the difference between HS-6901 and HS-6902?
- HS-6901 covers ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals, while HS-6902 includes refractory ceramic goods not made from these materials.
- Can I classify decorative ceramics under HS-69?
- Yes, decorative ceramics, such as statuettes, are classified under HS-6913.
All HS-4 headings in chapter 69 (13)
Each HS-4 links to a dedicated page with plain-English explanation, HS-6 subheadings, and FAQs. Use Browse to open the lookup in heading mode for that line.
| HS-4 | WCO heading text | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| 6901 | Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths | |
| 6902 | Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths | |
| 6903 | Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods and slide gates) excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or of similar siliceous earths | |
| 6904 | Ceramic building bricks, floor blocks, support or filler tiles and the like | |
| 6905 | Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural ornaments and other ceramic constructional goods | |
| 6906 | Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings | |
| 6907 | Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics | |
| 6909 | Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs, similar receptacles used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar used in the conveyance or packing of goods | |
| 6910 | Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures | |
| 6911 | Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; of porcelain or china | |
| 6912 | Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china | |
| 6913 | Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles | |
| 6914 | Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69 |
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