HS Code 6914Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69
2 six-digit codes · Heading 13 of 13 in Chapter 69 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 6914 is the catch-all heading for other ceramic articles that no more specific Chapter 69 heading describes. Use this page to check what fits, choose between the two codes under it, and find live trade records.
The WCO writes heading 6914 as a residual bucket: goods of Chapter 69that answer to “Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69” and that no more specific heading in the chapter already claims. It still carries 2 six-digit codes, 691410 through 691490, so “other” is not the end of the classification here. The heading is number 13 of 13 in Chapter 69, Ceramic products, which runs to 30 six-digit codes in all.
What HS code 6914 covers
Heading 6914 is for other ceramic articles. You will also see it written as ceramic articles n.e.c. or n.e.s. Both short forms mean "not elsewhere classified". It is a residual heading, so it is the last stop in Chapter 69, Ceramic products. An item belongs here only if it is made of ceramic and no other heading in the chapter names it.
The WCO Harmonized System sets the four-digit heading. Countries then add their own digits. That is why the same number is called HSN code 6914 in Indian schedules and HTS code 6914 in the United States. The heading is shared. The extra digits change from country to country.
Because the heading is a catch-all, it is easy to misuse. Treat it as a fallback. Rule out the other headings first, then use 6914.
HS 691410 vs 691490: porcelain or china vs other
The split under this heading is about material only. Look at what the article is made of on the invoice or the product sheet. Then choose the code.
Size, shape and use do not change the choice between these two codes. Only the material does.
- Pick 691410 when the article is made of porcelain or china.
- Pick 691490 when it is made of any other ceramic, for example earthenware or stoneware.
Common HS code mistakes with ceramic articles
Many shipments end up in 6914 by habit, when a named heading fits better. Customs officers often ask for a correction in these cases. Check the headings below before you settle on 6914.
If none of them describes the item, 6914 is the right place.
- Plates, cups, bowls and other table, kitchen or toilet items go to 6911 (porcelain or china) or 6912 (other ceramic). See HS 6911 porcelain tableware and HS 6912 ceramic tableware.
- Laboratory and chemical ware, farm troughs and tubs, and pots or jars used to pack or carry goods go to 6909.
- Technical goods such as crucibles, nozzles, tubes and rods go to 6903.
Where 6914 sits in the Harmonized System
The path below shows how the classification steps down from the broad group to the exact code. Duty rates are set by each country and change by market, so none are listed here. Use the HS code classifier to confirm your code before you file.
- Section XIII: Articles of Stone, Ceramic and Glass
- Chapter 69: Ceramic products
- Heading 6914
- Subheadings 691410 and 691490
Import and export data for HS 6914
Once you know your code, you can look at who trades under it. EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo.
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.
This page does not show sample shipments or prices. Open the live records to see them for 691410 and 691490.
Related
- Chapter 69 ceramic products
- HS 6911 porcelain tableware
- HS 6912 ceramic tableware
- HS 6913 ornamental ceramic articles
- HS 6909 technical ceramic ware
- HS 6910 ceramic sanitary fixtures
- HS 6907 ceramic tiles
- HS 6903 technical ceramic goods
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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
- 6909Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs…4 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
Who ships under 6914?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 2 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 6914: common questions
What does HS 6914 cover?
It covers ceramic articles not elsewhere classified in Chapter 69. If a ceramic item fits a more specific heading in the chapter, that heading wins.
What is the HS code for other ceramic articles?
The heading is 6914. It has two subheadings: 691410 for porcelain or china and 691490 for all other ceramic.
What is the difference between HS 691410 and 691490?
Material is the only difference. 691410 is for articles of porcelain or china. 691490 is for articles made of any other ceramic.
Should ceramic tableware or ornaments go under 6914?
No. Look at 6911 and 6912 first for items used at the table, in the kitchen or at home. Figurines and decorative pieces have their own heading, 6913.
Is HSN code 6914 the same as the HS heading?
Yes, the four-digit heading is the same. HSN and HTS are national schedules built on the WCO Harmonized System. They add their own digits after the shared heading.
Where can I find import and export data for this heading?
Start with the import data and export data pages on this site. Look up 6914 there, or use buyer data and supplier data to see the companies behind the records.
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