What types of products are classified under HS-4 6901?

HS-4 6901 covers bricks, blocks, tiles, and other ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals like kieselguhr and diatomite.

How do I determine if my ceramic product fits HS-4 6901?

Check if your product is made from siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths. If it is, then HS-4 6901 is likely applicable.

Is there only one subheading under HS-4 6901?

Yes, the only subheading is **690100**, which encompasses all ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals.

What should I do if my product doesn't fit HS-4 6901?

If your product does not fit the criteria for HS-4 6901, you may need to explore other headings that better describe your goods.

Are there specific import duties for products under HS-4 6901?

Import duties can vary by country and product specifics, so check with your local customs authority for detailed rates.

Can I use HS-4 6901 for decorative ceramic items?

Yes, as long as they are made from siliceous fossil meals, decorative items may also fall under this classification.

HS-4 · Heading

6901 — Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths

Chapter 69: Ceramic products

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 6901 when importing bricks, blocks, tiles, or other ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals such as kieselguhr or diatomite. For example, if you're shipping ceramic tiles made from diatomaceous earth for construction, this code applies.

When deciding between HS-6 lines under 6901, note that all subheadings here focus on ceramic goods derived from siliceous materials. If your product does not fit the description of siliceous fossil meals, you may need to consider other headings.

The sole subheading under 6901 is 690100, which covers all ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals. Ensure your product meets the criteria of being made from these specific materials to avoid misclassification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

ceramic goods · siliceous fossil meals · kieselguhr · diatomite · ceramic tiles · construction materials · bricks and blocks · tripolite · siliceous earths · importing ceramics

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Ceramic tiles for flooring made from diatomaceous earth
Blocks used in construction made from kieselguhr
Bricks manufactured from siliceous earths
Decorative ceramic tiles using tripolite
Insulating materials made from siliceous fossil meals

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

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Can I use HS-4 6901 for all ceramic products?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are classified under HS-4 6901?: HS-4 6901 covers bricks, blocks, tiles, and other ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals like kieselguhr and diatomite.
How do I determine if my ceramic product fits HS-4 6901?: Check if your product is made from siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths. If it is, then HS-4 6901 is likely applicable.
Is there only one subheading under HS-4 6901?: Yes, the only subheading is **690100**, which encompasses all ceramic goods made from siliceous fossil meals.
What should I do if my product doesn't fit HS-4 6901?: If your product does not fit the criteria for HS-4 6901, you may need to explore other headings that better describe your goods.
Are there specific import duties for products under HS-4 6901?: Import duties can vary by country and product specifics, so check with your local customs authority for detailed rates.
Can I use HS-4 6901 for decorative ceramic items?: Yes, as long as they are made from siliceous fossil meals, decorative items may also fall under this classification.