6913.90.30.00 - Of earthenware, whether or not decorated, having a reddish-colored body and a lustrous glaze, and mottled, streaked or solidly colored brown to black with metallic oxide or salt

This HTS subcategory, 6913.90.30.00, specifically covers ornamental ceramic articles, not of ceramic tile, that are characterized by a reddish-colored body. These items are further defined by a lustrous glaze and a mottled, streaked, or solidly colored brown to black finish achieved through the use of metallic oxides or salts. Examples within this classification would include decorative figurines, statuettes, and other small ornamental pieces made from earthenware that exhibit these precise material and aesthetic qualities.

It is important to distinguish this classification from its sibling category, 6913.90.20.00, which exclusively pertains to ornamental ceramic articles derived from ceramic tile. While both fall under the broader heading of statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles, this particular subcategory focuses on earthenware with specific body and finishing characteristics, rather than items formed from pre-existing ceramic tiles. The differentiating factors lie in the base material's coloration and the specific decorative application of metallic oxides or salts for the brown to black hue.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, precise adherence to the descriptive elements – the reddish earthenware body, lustrous glaze, and metallic oxide-based brown to black mottling, streaking, or solid coloring – is crucial for accurate classification. This ensures that only items meeting all these specified criteria are correctly placed under 6913.90.30.00, maintaining the integrity of the tariff schedule.