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La Hua Cup

La Hua Cup (腊花杯) refers to a traditional Chinese porcelain cup used specifically for enjoying lāhuā (腊花), plum blossoms preserved in alcohol. It is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Chaozhou (潮州) and Shantou (汕头) in Guangdong province, China.

Material:

Typically crafted from fine porcelain, often white porcelain known for its translucency and delicate texture. High-quality examples utilize kaolin clay. The porcelain body is often relatively thin-walled to enhance the appreciation of the lāhuā’s aroma and visual appearance.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of the La Hua Cup is to serve and enjoy lāhuā. It’s not a general-purpose drinking vessel. The cup’s design is optimized for showcasing the blossoms and the liquor they are preserved in. It is also considered a symbol of status, refinement, and appreciation of traditional arts.

Function:

The cup's function extends beyond simply holding liquid.

• Aroma Concentration: The shape of the cup, typically narrow at the mouth and wider at the base, helps to concentrate the fragrance of the lāhuā liquor.
• Visual Appreciation: The white porcelain provides a clean backdrop for the blossoms, allowing their color and form to be fully appreciated.
• Temperature Maintenance: The porcelain helps to maintain the temperature of the liquor, enhancing the overall tasting experience.

Usage Scenarios:

• Traditional Chaozhou/Shantou Gatherings: La Hua Cups are central to social gatherings, particularly during festivals and special occasions. Sharing lāhuā from these cups is a sign of hospitality and respect.
• Tea Ceremonies (Specialized): While not a standard tea cup, they can be used in specialized tea ceremonies focused on appreciating floral aromas infused into the liquor.
• Collection: Many La Hua Cups are highly collectible, with antique or artist-signed examples fetching significant prices.
• Gift-Giving: A La Hua Cup is considered a thoughtful gift, symbolizing good taste and cultural understanding.

Common Types:

La Hua Cups are categorized based on several factors, including shape, size, and decoration:

• Shape:
  • Ganbei Cup (干杯杯): The most common type, characterized by a narrow mouth, a wider body, and a small foot. Designed for single servings and appreciating the aroma.
  • Large Sharing Cup (大杯): Larger cups used for communal sharing.
  • Small Tasting Cup (小杯): Smaller cups used for sampling different lāhuā varieties.
• Decoration:
  • Plain White (素杯): Unadorned, emphasizing the purity of the porcelain and the beauty of the blossoms.
  • Hand-Painted (手绘): Decorated with intricate paintings, often depicting floral motifs, landscapes, or calligraphy.
  • Underglaze Blue (青花): Decorated with blue underglaze designs.
  • Celadon (青瓷): Cups with a celadon glaze, known for its subtle green hue.
• Age/Origin:
  • Antique Cups: Cups from the Qing Dynasty or earlier are highly valued.
  • Modern Cups: Cups produced by contemporary porcelain artists.

根据您提供的“la hua cup”信息，以下是根据提供的参考资料找到的相关HS编码：

• 6911104500: 瓷器或陶瓷制成的餐具、厨房用具、其他家用物品和卫生用品；餐具和厨房用具；其他；其他；其他；马克杯和其他啤酒杯。

  • 69: 瓷器。本章节涵盖瓷器制品。
  • 11: 餐具、厨房用具等。
  • 10: 具体指餐具和厨房用具。
  • 45: 细分到马克杯和其他啤酒杯。
  • 00: 进一步细分，表示该类产品的具体编码。

• 6911108010: 瓷器或陶瓷制成的餐具、厨房用具、其他家用物品和卫生用品；餐具和厨房用具；其他；其他；其他；适用于食品或饮料接触的。

  • 69: 瓷器。
  • 11: 餐具、厨房用具等。
  • 10: 餐具和厨房用具。
  • 80: 适用于食品或饮料接触的。
  • 10: 具体编码。

• 6912004400: 非瓷器或陶瓷制成的餐具、厨房用具、其他家用物品和卫生用品；餐具和厨房用具；其他；其他；其他；马克杯和其他啤酒杯。

  • 69: 非瓷器或陶瓷制品。
  • 12: 餐具、厨房用具等。
  • 00: 餐具和厨房用具。
  • 44: 马克杯和其他啤酒杯。
  • 00: 具体编码。

请注意，选择正确的HS编码需要根据“la hua cup”的具体材质（瓷器或非瓷器）来确定。如果该马克杯适用于食品或饮料接触，则6911108010可能更合适。

根据参考资料，对于HS编码6911104500和6911108010，请注意2025年4月2日后将增加30.0%的加征关税。