Ceramics and Tableware Glossary for Bangladesh Sourcing

Glossary terms

Use these definitions to align procurement, quality, and logistics teams on shared terminology.

AQL

Acceptable Quality Limit used during final inspection to define acceptable defect rates.

Bone China

High-end ceramic body known for translucency, whiteness, and refined table presentation.

Porcelain

Dense, vitrified ceramic material widely used for commercial tableware.

Stoneware

Durable ceramic body often used for tactile and design-led tableware collections.

High Alumina

Porcelain body formulation with elevated alumina content for improved chip resistance.

Reactive Glaze

Glaze chemistry that creates controlled tonal variation and artisan-like finish.

Decal

Printed artwork transfer applied and fired onto ceramic surfaces for branding or decoration.

MOQ

Minimum order quantity required per SKU or shape for production viability.

Lead Time

Total production and readiness period from confirmed order to shipment.

GSP

Generalized Scheme of Preferences that can reduce or remove duties for eligible origins.

Anti-Dumping Duty

Additional tariff imposed to protect domestic industries from underpriced imports.

HS Code 6911

Harmonized tariff category commonly associated with porcelain tableware.

HS Code 6912

Harmonized tariff category commonly associated with ceramic tableware other than porcelain.

FCL

Full Container Load shipment mode for high-volume freight movements.

LCL

Less than Container Load shipment mode for smaller or consolidated cargo.

PP Sample

Pre-production sample approved before bulk manufacturing begins.

Golden Sample

Master-approved reference sample used as production quality benchmark.

Inline Inspection

Quality check performed during active production to catch deviations early.

Final Random Inspection

Last-stage inspection on packed goods prior to shipment release.

Chip Resistance

Material and design capability to resist edge damage during service.

Thermal Shock

Ability of ceramic ware to withstand rapid temperature changes without cracking.

In-Glaze Decoration

Decoration applied beneath a protective glaze layer for stronger durability.

Backstamp

Brand or production marking applied to the base of ceramic products.

Slip Casting

Manufacturing process where liquid clay is formed in molds for complex items.

Pressing Line

Mechanized process used to form ceramic pieces with high dimensional consistency.

Kiln Firing

Controlled heating cycle that hardens ceramic bodies and fixes glaze.

BSCI

Social compliance framework often referenced in factory audit requirements.

ISO 9001

Quality management standard often used as a process benchmark in manufacturing.

Carton Drop Test

Packaging validation method to assess shipment durability and breakage risk.

Container Optimization

Load-planning strategy to improve freight efficiency and reduce transit damage.