Historical MFN averages (2022); not current shipment rates. HS6 descriptions use the UN Comtrade Combined HS reference; the original rate nomenclature remains unconfirmed. National special codes require destination-specific verification. No effective date is available. The data review on September 11, 2026 does not update the rates. Reference source.

United States Customs Tariff for HS Code 690912

Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale

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United States HS Code 690912: 4%

The source reports an indicative HS6 MFN average of 4% for Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale. Source status: not assessed. Verify the exact national tariff line, origin treatment, taxes, restrictions, and current customs guidance before using this information in a declaration.

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Customs tariff summary

Country: United States
HS / tariff code: 690912
Description: Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale
Chapter: 69 —
Heading: 6909
Subheading: 690912
Indicative MFN HS6 average: 4%
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Unit / basis: Not listed in this tariff line
Source / vintage: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2022) (2022)

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HS Code: 690912
Chapter: 69 —
Heading: 6909
Subheading: 690912

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Related HS Codes (Heading 6909)

HS Code	Description	Duty
690911	Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, of porcelain or china	2.25%
690919	Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, other than articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale or of porcelain or china	2%
690990	Ceramic wares; pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods and ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles used in agriculture	4%

Data source: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2022). Values are indicative HS6 MFN averages, not shipment-specific applied rates. Import permission and restrictions are not assessed. Rates do not include VAT, excise, trade-remedy duties, origin-based preferences, or other national measures. Full disclaimer.