Kitchenware from 🇯🇵 Japan: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for kitchenware imported from Japan. Total 2025 imports: $19M.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on kitchenware from Japan?
Kitchenware imported into the United States from Japan must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Kitchenware — Duty Rates
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Search Kitchenware HTS codesTop Kitchenware Imports from Japan (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 691200 | CERAMIC TABLEWARE, KITCHENWARE, OTHER HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES, OTHER THAN OF PORCELAIN OR CHINA | $11M | $1M |
| 691110 | CERAMIC TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE, OF PORCELAIN OR CHINA | $6M | $1M |
| 441990 | TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE, OF WOOD, NESOI | $2M | $240K |
| 441919 | TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF BAMBOO, NESOI | $150K | $15K |
| 821520 | SETS OF ASSORTED KITCHENWARE OR TABLEWARE OF BASE METAL, CONTAINING NO ARTICLES PLATED WITH PRECIOUS METAL | $66K | $3K |
| 441920 | TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF TROPICAL WOOD | $55K | $4K |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on cookware?
Cookware duty rates vary by material: stainless steel (HTS 7323) is 0-5.3%, cast iron (HTS 7323.91) is 5.3%, aluminum (HTS 7615) is 3.1%, and ceramic (HTS 6912) is 0-9.8%.
Are there anti-dumping duties on Chinese kitchenware?
Yes, AD/CVD orders exist on stainless steel sinks, certain steel and aluminum products from China, and porcelain-on-steel cookware. Combined duties can significantly increase the landed cost.
What HTS codes cover kitchen products?
Kitchenware spans multiple chapters: 6911-6912 (ceramic tableware), 7013 (glassware), 7323 (steel kitchenware), 7615 (aluminum kitchenware), and 8211-8215 (cutlery and utensils).
What tariffs apply to kitchenware from Japan?
Kitchenware imported from Japan are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for kitchenware from Japan?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to kitchenware from Japan?
Kitchenware classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or Japan import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when kitchenware are imported into the United States from Japan. It is not Japan's own import tariff schedule for goods entering Japan.
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