HS Code 6909Ceramic 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
4 six-digit codes · Heading 8 of 13 in Chapter 69 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 6909 covers ceramic ware made for laboratory, chemical and other technical work, plus farm troughs and packing jars. This page shows how to pick the right code and how it differs from nearby headings.
Goods answering to “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” split into 4 six-digit codes, 690911 through 690990. Each one carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 8 of 13 in Chapter 69, Ceramic products, which runs to 30 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 6909
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 690911 | Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, of porcelain or china |
| 690912 | Ceramic wares; for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the mohs scale |
| 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 |
| 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 |
What HS code 6909 covers
Heading 6909 is where customs puts ceramic ware built for work. It covers ceramic laboratory ware and other ceramic wares for chemical or technical use. It also covers two farm and freight items: ceramic troughs and tubs used in agriculture, and ceramic pots and jars used to move or pack goods.
You may see it written as HSN code 6909 or HTS code 6909. The first six digits are shared by countries that use the Harmonized System. Each country can add more digits for its own tariff, so check the full code your customs office asks for.
Technical ceramics are made to stand up to heat, chemicals or wear. That is why this heading sits apart from tiles, bricks and tableware.
How to choose the right 6909 subheading
Ask two questions. What is the item made of, and how hard is it? The Mohs scale ranks hardness by what a material can scratch. Then check what the item is used for.
Here is the short guide for technical ware used in a laboratory or for chemical work:
- 690911: porcelain or china ware.
- 690919: any other technical ware, so not porcelain or china and softer than 9 on the Mohs scale.
The difference between the three technical codes and 690990
The first three codes are about the material and hardness of laboratory, chemical or technical ware. The last code is about the job the item does. A jar used for packing goods goes to 690990, whatever it is made of inside this heading.
If an item is porcelain or china, start with 690911. If it is very hard, check 690912. If it fits neither, 690919 is the catch-all for technical ware. Still unsure? Try the HS code classifier.
6909 vs nearby ceramic headings
Some ceramic goods look close to 6909 but belong next door. Compare the wording before you file.
A ceramic crucible is a common mix-up. A named item there is usually the better fit.
- 6903: retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports, cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods and slide gates.
- 6911: tableware, kitchenware, household and toilet articles of porcelain or china.
- 6912: the same household goods when they are not porcelain or china.
- 6914: ceramic articles not elsewhere specified in this chapter.
Who imports and exports goods under HS 6909
Finding the buyers and sellers of this ware takes shipment data, not a code list. Here is what EximDataX offers.
EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. Coverage: 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily. You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo.
This page does not list counts or values for 6909. The live records hold those details. Open the import data, export data, buyer data or supplier data pages to start.
Nearby headings in Chapter 69
- 6901Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g.…1 code
- 6902Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic…3 codes
- 6903Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports…3 codes
- 6904Ceramic building bricks, floor blocks, support or filler tiles and the like2 codes
- 6905Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural ornaments…2 codes
- 6906Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings1 code
- 6907Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the…5 codes
- 6910Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet…2 codes
- 6911Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; of…2 codes
- 6912Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles…1 code
- 6913Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles2 codes
- 6914Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 692 codes
Who ships under 6909?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 4 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XIII: Articles of Stone, Ceramic and Glass, chapters 68–70.
HS Code 6909: common questions
What is HS code 6909?
It is the customs heading for ceramic ware used in laboratories, chemical work and other technical jobs. It also covers ceramic troughs and tubs for farms and ceramic pots and jars for packing goods.
What is the HS code for ceramic laboratory ware made of porcelain?
Use 690911.
What is the difference between 690912 and 690919?
690912 is for technical ware with a hardness equal to 9 or more on the Mohs scale. 690919 is for other technical ware that is not porcelain or china and is below that hardness.
Which HS code covers ceramic jars for packing goods or agricultural troughs?
Both fall under 690990. It covers pots, jars and similar articles used to carry or pack goods, and troughs, tubs and similar receptacles used in agriculture.
Are ceramic crucibles classified under 6909 or 6903?
Heading 6903 names crucibles, retorts and tubes in its wording, so check it first.
How can I find importers and exporters of HS 6909 products?
Use the import data and export data links on this page to look at live records for this heading. The buyer data and supplier data pages are good next steps.
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