Fired Ceramic Tile Garden Ornament
A decorative garden statue assembled from shaped and fired ceramic tiles, featuring colorful patterns for outdoor embellishment. It is classified under tariff item 6913.90.90 as an ornamental ceramic article because its primary purpose is decoration, not utility.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the garden ornament was produced in Canada more than 25 years prior to the date of accounting
This item covers older Canadian-made ornamental ceramics, which may have different duty implications.
If the statue has a functional purpose, such as a birdbath or planter
Functional ceramic articles are classified under heading 69.14 rather than as ornamental statuettes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the statue is fired at temperatures above 800°C to meet Chapter 69 requirements
• Provide product photos and descriptions to CBSA to support the ornamental classification
• Consider weatherproofing documentation if the ornament is for outdoor use, as this does not affect classification
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