## Common ground
All options are dinnerware sets made from different materials used for serving food.
## Options at a glance
**4823.6X – Made of paper or paperboard**
- **Defining trait:** Disposable, lightweight, and typically single-use.
- **Typical examples:** Paper plates, paper bowls, disposable cutlery sets.
- **Best fit when:** For events, picnics, or temporary use where convenience and low cost matter.
**6911.10 – Made of porcelain or china**
- **Defining trait:** High-fired, fine ceramic with a smooth, glossy finish; durable and often used for formal dining.
- **Typical examples:** Fine dinner plates, teacups, serving platters.
- **Best fit when:** For elegant, long-term use in homes or restaurants requiring premium appearance.
**6912.00 – Made of ceramic**
- **Defining trait:** Unglazed or glazed earthenware; less durable than porcelain but more affordable and often rustic in style.
- **Typical examples:** Stoneware bowls, casual dinner plates, mugs.
- **Best fit when:** For everyday use with a traditional or handmade look.
**7013.10,7013.4X – Made of glass**
- **Defining trait:** Transparent, non-porous, and heat-resistant; often used for modern or minimalist designs.
- **Typical examples:** Glass dinner plates, serving dishes, drinking glasses.
- **Best fit when:** For contemporary tableware where visibility of food or easy cleaning is key.
## Key differences
| Feature | Paper/Board | Porcelain | Ceramic | Glass |
|------------------|-------------|-----------|---------|-------------|
| Durability | Low | High | Medium | Medium-High |
| Reusability | Single-use | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Appearance | Plain | Glossy | Matte/Rustic | Transparent |
| Typical Use | Events | Formal | Everyday| Modern |
## How to choose
- Is it disposable and meant for one-time use? → 4823.6X
- Does it have a smooth, glossy finish and feel heavy/precious? → 6911.10
- Is it stoneware or earthenware with a rustic look? → 6912.00
- Is it transparent and used for showing food? → 7013.10,7013.4X
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A set may combine materials (e.g., glass plates with ceramic bowls), but the main material determines classification. Porcelain is a type of ceramic, but HS Code 6911.10 is specific to high-fired, fine porcelain. If unclear, prioritize the most defining feature: appearance and use