## Common ground
All options are types of decorative tableware and kitchenware made from different materials.
## Options at a glance
**4420.90 – Wood, marquetry or inlaid wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from wood, including intricate designs using inlays or layered woodwork.
- **Typical examples:** Wooden cutting boards, carved serving trays, inlaid dining sets.
- **Best fit when:** The item is visibly crafted from wood with natural grain or decorative wood patterns.
**6913.10 – Porcelain or china**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fine, vitrified ceramic with a smooth, white, translucent appearance.
- **Typical examples:** Fine dinner plates, teacups, decorative dessert sets.
- **Best fit when:** The item has a glossy, delicate finish and is used for formal or high-end table settings.
**6913.90 – Ceramic**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fired clay, typically less refined than porcelain; often matte or textured.
- **Typical examples:** Earthenware bowls, rustic mugs, hand-painted serving dishes.
- **Best fit when:** The item feels heavier, has a rougher surface, or shows handmade imperfections.
**7013.10,7013.4X – Glass**
- **Defining trait:** Made from transparent or colored glass, often shaped by blowing or cutting.
- **Typical examples:** Glass serving dishes, wine decanters, crystal vases.
- **Best fit when:** The item is see-through and used for displaying food or liquids.
**7615.10 – Aluminium**
- **Defining trait:** Made from lightweight, non-ferrous metal with a shiny or brushed finish.
- **Typical examples:** Aluminium serving trays, decorative utensils, minimalist table sets.
- **Best fit when:** The item is metallic, lightweight, and often has a modern or industrial look.
## Key differences
| Feature | Wood | Porcelain | Ceramic | Glass | Aluminium |
|------------------|------------------|-----------------|-----------------|-----------------|----------------|
| Material feel | Natural, warm | Smooth, cool | Rough, earthy | Cold, hard | Metallic, light|
| Transparency | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Finish | Grain visible | Glossy, translucent | Matte, textured | Clear or colored | Shiny/brushed |
## How to choose
- Is it made of wood with visible grain or inlays? → 4420.90
- Does it look delicate, white, and translucent? → 6913.10
- Is it heavier, matte, and handmade-looking? → 6913.90
- Is it transparent or used to display liquids/food? → 7013.10,7013.4X
- Is it metallic, lightweight, and shiny? → 7615.10
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- Porcelain (6913.10) and ceramic (6913.90) can overlap; porcelain is a type of ceramic, but use 6913.10 for fine, glossy items.
- Glass (7013) may be mistaken for crystal or acrylic—ensure it’s genuine glass.
- Aluminium (7615.10) may be confused with stainless steel; check material composition.
- If multiple traits apply (e.g., glass with metal rim), prioritize the **main material** by visual dominance and function