| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7325995000 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7326908688 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3207200000 | Doc | 59.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3207100000 | Doc | 58.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3210000000 | Doc | 56.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6913905000 | Doc | 43.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6913105000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6914108000 | Doc | 64.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6914908000 | Doc | 60.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Floral Glaze Ceramic Beads
Floral glaze ceramic beads are decorative components crafted from ceramic material and adorned with a glaze finish depicting floral patterns. These beads are widely utilized in jewelry making, crafts, and home décor.
Material:
The base material is typically ceramic, often earthenware or stoneware, chosen for its affordability, malleability, and ability to hold glaze. The glaze itself is a vitreous substance fused onto the ceramic surface through firing, providing color, texture, and a protective coating. Composition varies significantly impacting color, finish (matte, glossy, etc.) and durability.
Purpose:
Primarily decorative, these beads serve aesthetic functions. They are used to enhance visual appeal in a range of applications. They can also have symbolic meaning, with floral patterns often representing beauty, growth, and renewal.
Function:
The function is largely ornamental. Beads are typically drilled with holes to facilitate stringing or attachment to other materials. They do not possess inherent mechanical or structural functions beyond their role as decorative elements. The ceramic material provides some weight and durability.
Usage Scenarios:
- Jewelry Making: Necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets, and pendants.
- Craft Projects: Beadwork, mosaics, embellishments on clothing or accessories, mixed media art.
- Home Décor: Curtain tiebacks, chandelier pendants, vase fillers, decorative bowls, table scatter.
- DIY Projects: Scrapbooking, card making, gift embellishments.
- Fashion Accessories: Embellishing bags, belts, or shoes.
Common Types:
Variations exist based on several factors:
- Glaze Style:
- Celadon: Characterized by a soft, jade-like green glaze.
- Blue and White: Features floral designs painted in cobalt blue under a transparent glaze.
- Five-Color: Incorporates multiple vibrant colors, often depicting complex floral arrangements.
- Sang de Boeuf: Displays a rich, ox-blood red glaze.
- Crackle Glaze: Exhibits intentional cracks in the glaze surface, creating a textured appearance.
- Bead Shape: Round, oval, tube, flower-shaped, faceted, irregular.
- Bead Size: Range from a few millimeters to several centimeters in diameter.
- Floral Design: Depicts a wide variety of flowers, including roses, peonies, cherry blossoms, and lotus flowers. Styles range from realistic to abstract.
- Firing Technique: Different firing methods (e.g., oxidation, reduction) influence glaze color and effects.
- Origin: Chinese floral glaze beads are particularly renowned for their artistry and historical significance. Japanese, Korean, and European variations also exist.
Floral glaze ceramic beads fall under articles of ceramic, specifically those with decorative glazes. Several HS codes may be applicable depending on the specific composition and use of the beads.
- 6913905000: This code covers statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, 'Other: Other: Other'. This is suitable if the beads are primarily decorative and considered ornamental. The tax rate is 6.0% basic tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025. Total tax rate is 43.5%.
- 6914908000: This code covers other ceramic articles, 'Other: Other'. This is applicable if the beads are not specifically ornamental statuettes but are used for other purposes (e.g., jewelry making, crafts). The tax rate is 5.6% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025. Total tax rate is 60.6%.
- 6913105000: This code covers statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, 'Of porcelain or china: Other: Other'. If the beads are made of porcelain or china and are ornamental, this code applies. The tax rate is 0.0% basic tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025. Total tax rate is 37.5%.
- 6914108000: This code covers other ceramic articles, 'Of porcelain or china: Other'. If the beads are made of porcelain or china and are not specifically ornamental, this code applies. The tax rate is 9.0% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025. Total tax rate is 64.0%.
Regarding these HS codes, it is important to determine the material composition (porcelain/china vs. other ceramic) and the primary function of the beads (ornamental vs. other uses) for accurate classification.