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HS Code 6912 covers ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles, and toilet articles, other than of porcelain or china. This category includes earthenware, stoneware, and other ceramic formulations less refined than porcelain. Products range from rustic artisanal pottery to sophisticated designer tableware in contemporary materials. Manufacturing processes include various forming methods (throwing, jiggering, casting), followed by drying, glazing, and kiln firing. Technical specifications focus on food safety compliance, thermal shock resistance, mechanical durability, dishwasher/microwave compatibility, and glaze quality. Unlike porcelain items (HS 6911), these alternative ceramic formulations often offer unique aesthetic characteristics including textural interest, reactive glazes, or handcrafted appearance. This division represents both industrial production of everyday tableware and artisanal craft traditions creating distinctive ceramics that combine practical functionality with aesthetic value, offering alternatives to fine china for casual dining and distinctive table settings.