## Common ground
All options are non-electric or electric devices used for brewing coffee or tea in household or commercial settings.
## Options at a glance
**3924.90 – Plastic**
- **Defining trait:** Made from plastic, typically lightweight and affordable.
- **Typical examples:** French press, pour-over pot, basic teapot.
- **Best fit when:** Budget-friendly, non-reactive, or disposable-use devices.
**6911.10 – Porcelain**
- **Defining trait:** Made from porcelain, often decorative with heat retention.
- **Typical examples:** Traditional teapots, ornamental coffee pots.
- **Best fit when:** Aesthetic appeal and insulation are key; not for high heat.
**6912.00 – Ceramic**
- **Defining trait:** Made from ceramic, durable and heat-retaining.
- **Typical examples:** Coffee mugs, teapots, French presses.
- **Best fit when:** Long-term use, traditional brewing, or kitchenware style.
**7013.4X – Glass**
- **Defining trait:** Made from glass, transparent for viewing brew process.
- **Typical examples:** French press, Chemex, glass teapot.
- **Best fit when:** Visual appeal, non-reactive material, or precision brewing.
**7323.93 – Stainless Steel**
- **Defining trait:** Durable, corrosion-resistant, and heat-conductive.
- **Typical examples:** French press, coffee pot, percolator.
- **Best fit when:** Longevity, strength, or outdoor use.
**7418.10 – Copper**
- **Defining trait:** Excellent heat conductivity; often used in traditional samovars.
- **Typical examples:** Samovar, copper teapot.
- **Best fit when:** Heritage design, rapid heating, or decorative value.
**7615.10 – Aluminum**
- **Defining trait:** Lightweight and conducts heat well; may react with acidic liquids.
- **Typical examples:** Simple coffee pots, percolators.
- **Best fit when:** Lightweight, fast heating, but not for long-term acidic use.
**8210.00 – Mechanical (non-electric)**
- **Defining trait:** No electricity; relies on manual operation (e.g., plunger, pour-over).
- **Typical examples:** French press, V60 dripper, percolator.
- **Best fit when:** No power source available or minimalist design preferred.
**8419.81 – Commercial Electric**
- **Defining trait:** High-capacity electric machines for cafes/restaurants.
- **Typical examples:** Espresso machine, commercial coffee maker.
- **Best fit when:** Used in professional settings with high volume.
**8476.21 – Vending Machines**
- **Defining trait:** Fully automatic, coin/token-operated, with heating/cooling.
- **Typical examples:** Beverage vending machines in offices or transit hubs.
- **Best fit when:** Public access, automated service, not personal use.
**8516.71 – Household Electric**
- **Defining trait:** Electric, designed for home use (e.g., pod, filter, espresso).
- **Typical examples:** Keurig, drip coffee maker, electric tea kettle.
- **Best fit when:** Convenience, automation, and daily home brewing.
## Key differences
| HS Code | Material/Type | Power Source | Scale | Use Case |
|--------|----------------|---------------|--------|-----------|
| 3924.90 | Plastic | Non-electric | Home | Affordable, basic use |
| 6911.10 | Porcelain | Non-electric | Home | Decorative, heat-retaining |
| 6912.00 | Ceramic | Non-electric | Home | Durable, traditional |
| 7013.4X | Glass | Non-electric | Home | Visual brewing process |
| 7323.93 | Stainless Steel | Non-electric | Home/Outdoor | Durable, strong |
| 7418.10 | Copper | Non-electric | Home | Heritage, fast heating |
| 7615.10 | Aluminum | Non-electric | Home | Lightweight, conductive |
| 8210.00 | Mechanical | Manual | Home | No power needed |
| 8419.81 | Electric | High-capacity | Commercial | Professional use |
| 8476.21 | Automatic | Electric | Public | Vending, automation |
| 8516.71 | Electric | Household | Home | Daily home use |
## How to choose
- Is it electric? → Yes: 8419.81 or 8516.71; No: go to non-electric options.
- Is it for commercial/industrial use? → Yes: 8419.81.
- Is it fully automated and coin-operated? → Yes: 8476.21.
- Does it have a specific material (glass, copper, etc.)? → Match to that HS Code.
- Is it manually operated without power? → 8210.00.
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- A French press can be plastic (3924.90), glass (7013.4X), or stainless steel (7323.93) — choose based on material.
- Electric devices may overlap between 8516.71 (home) and 8419.81 (commercial); priority is **use case**: home vs. business.
- If a product is both electric and mechanical, the **main function** determines the code: automation → 8516.71; manual operation → 8210.00