Import duty on ceramic tableware (mugs, cups; not porcelain) into European Union
Goods under HS 6912.00 (ceramic tableware (mugs, cups; not porcelain)) are charged 5% to 9% general import duty in European Union, according to the official tariff we read on 2026-10-02. The rate depends on which of the 8 tariff lines applies to your exact goods.
Import VAT in European Union: Set by each Member State; EU minimum standard rate 15%, no maximum (same page). Member-state rates not listed.
Low-value shipments: The EUR 150 duty exemption applied until 30 June 2026. From 1 July 2026 a temporary EUR 3 customs duty per item applies to low-value consignments up to EUR 150, until 1 July 2028, after which normal duties apply.
Official tariff lines under this code
| Tariff line | Description | Rate as printed |
|---|---|---|
| 6912 00 21 | – – Of common potteryOfficial wording6912 00 21 – – Of common pottery 5 | 5 5% |
| 6912 00 23 | – – StonewareOfficial wording6912 00 23 – – Stoneware 5,5 | 5,5 5.5% |
| 6912 00 25 | – – Earthenware or fine potteryOfficial wording6912 00 25 – – Earthenware or fine pottery 9 | 9 9% |
| 6912 00 29 | – – OtherOfficial wording6912 00 29 – – Other 7 | 7 7% |
| 6912 00 81 | – – Of common potteryOfficial wording6912 00 81 – – Of common pottery 5 | 5 5% |
| 6912 00 83 | – – StonewareOfficial wording6912 00 83 – – Stoneware 5,5 | 5,5 5.5% |
| 6912 00 85 | – – Earthenware or fine potteryOfficial wording6912 00 85 – – Earthenware or fine pottery 9 | 9 9% |
| 6912 00 89 | – – OtherOfficial wording6912 00 89 – – Other 7 | 7 7% |
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