Ceramic planters, pottery & décor from southern Vietnam
We do one category: ceramics and pottery for the home and garden. The factories are in the pottery villages of Binh Duong and Bien Hoa, 30 to 90 minutes from Ho Chi Minh City. Many have been run by the same families for generations, and our family member there can be on their floor the same day.
Glazed outdoor planters
Large hand-glazed pots and planter sets in the deep, layered glazes southern Vietnam is known for. Often shipped as nesting sets to save freight.
Indoor planters & pots
Smaller glazed and matte pots for houseplant brands, garden centers and online stores, with or without drainage and saucers.
Terracotta & high-fired clay
Classic red and white clay pots, from low-fired terracotta to frost-tougher high-fired stoneware.
Vases & decorative ceramics
Vases, bowls, sculptural pieces and lamp bases for interior décor and gift brands.
Tabletop ceramics
Mugs, bowls, plates and serveware, from family workshops up to large porcelain makers that offer custom logos.
Lightweight planters
Fiber-cement, fiberstone and terrazzo planters for big sizes. We check where every input comes from before we recommend one.
What we check on every ceramics order
- ✓Clay body and firing temperature, so outdoor pots hold up to US frost and freeze cycles
- ✓Glaze consistency across a whole order, not just the sample
- ✓Lead and cadmium testing for anything that touches food (FDA and California Prop 65)
- ✓Drainage holes, saucer fit, cracks, chips and crazing at inspection
- ✓Packing that survives an ocean container and parcel delivery, verified in person
- ✓Local clay and local firing, so your country of origin is clean
Why ceramics, and why the south
Pottery is heavy and fragile, so packing and inspection matter more than in almost any other category. That's the part a family member nearby does best. The clay is dug and fired locally, so there's little risk of Chinese parts sneaking into your "Made in Vietnam" label.
Not in our lane
We don't take on electronics, furniture, textiles, food or cosmetics. If that's your product, we'll tell you so on the first call and point you to someone better suited.
Ceramics sourcing questions
Can I source ceramic planters from Vietnam instead of China?
Yes. Southern Vietnam, especially Binh Duong and Bien Hoa near Ho Chi Minh City, has hundreds of pottery workshops making glazed outdoor planters, terracotta pots and indoor ceramics for export to the US and Europe. Many US décor wholesalers already buy from both China and Vietnam.
Where are the pottery factories in Vietnam?
The biggest export cluster in the south is the Binh Duong pottery villages (Tan Phuoc Khanh, Lai Thieu, Tan Uyen and Thuan An), now part of Ho Chi Minh City, plus Bien Hoa in Dong Nai. In the north, Bat Trang near Hanoi is known for ceramics and porcelain.
What is the minimum order for ceramic pots from Vietnam?
It varies by factory. Some family workshops list minimums around 100 sets, while large exporters usually want a full 40-foot container. Mixing several designs and sizes in one container is common.
Are tariffs lower on ceramics from Vietnam than from China?
Usually, yes. Both countries pay the same base duty and currently face other add-on tariffs, but Chinese ceramics also pay a China-only Section 301 duty (25% on most lines) that Vietnamese goods don't. Rates change often, so check your exact HTS code. See our tariff guide.
How long does it take to get ceramic planters made in Vietnam?
Plan on 3 to 4 weeks for a supplier shortlist, 3 to 6 weeks for samples, 45 to 75 days for production, and roughly 3 to 5 weeks of ocean freight to the US West Coast, door to door (longer to the East Coast).
How do I avoid breakage when importing pottery?
Specify packing in your purchase order (individual boxes or honeycomb dividers for small pots, nested sets with padding for large planters, and drop-tested cartons for parcel shipping), then have someone check packing in person before the container is loaded.
See if Vietnam makes sense for your product
A free 30-minute assessment. We'll look at your product, current costs and volumes, and tell you honestly whether moving is worth it.
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