Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69
HS v2022 Code: 6914
About ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69
HS code 6914 covers a diverse range of ceramic articles that do not fall under any other specific classification in Chapter 69. These ceramic products are widely used across various industries, from construction and home decor to specialized applications in science and technology. As a versatile and durable material, ceramics play a crucial role in the global economy, offering unique properties that make them indispensable in many applications.
Production process
The production of ceramic articles under HS code 6914 typically involves a series of processes, including mixing and shaping the raw materials, drying, and firing at high temperatures. Depending on the specific product, various techniques such as molding, extrusion, or slip casting may be employed to give the ceramic articles their desired form. The firing process, often conducted in specialized kilns, helps to harden and strengthen the ceramic pieces, ensuring their durability and functionality.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of ceramic articles under HS code 6914 include various clay minerals, such as kaolin, feldspar, and silica. These raw materials are carefully selected and blended to achieve the desired properties, such as strength, heat resistance, or aesthetic appeal. Additionally, manufacturers may utilize specialized equipment, such as molds, extruders, and kilns, to shape and fire the ceramic products.
Production outputs
The diverse range of ceramic articles covered under HS code 6914 includes a wide variety of products, from decorative figurines and tableware to technical ceramics used in industrial applications. These ceramic articles may be consumed by various other industries, such as 6911 Tableware, kitchenware, other household and toilet articles, of porcelain or china, 6912 Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles, other than of porcelain or china, and 6909 Ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles of a kind used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Family tree for ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/69'>69: Ceramic products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6914'>6914: Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6901'>6901: Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6902'>6902: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6903'>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</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6904'>6904: Ceramic building bricks, floor blocks, support or filler tiles and the like</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6905'>6905: Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural ornaments and other ceramic constructional goods</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6906'>6906: Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6907'>6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6909'>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</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6910'>6910: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6911'>6911: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; of porcelain or china</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6912'>6912: Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6913'>6913: Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/691410'>691410: Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; of porcelain or china</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/691490'>691490: Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69; other than of porcelain or china</a>"]
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