Molded Glass Balcony Tiles
Molded glass balcony tiles are specifically designed for balcony railings and flooring, featuring a wind-resistant glass composition and a frosted finish for privacy. These tiles are molded to shape and have a high polish finish, making them suitable for both structural and aesthetic applications. They fall under this tariff item as other articles of pressed or molded glass for building or construction purposes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 7016900000; Equal To 7016900000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tiles are safety glass not otherwise worked
Safety glass, including toughened or laminated glass, is classified in heading 70.07 when not further worked.
If the tiles are small glass pieces for mosaic decoration
Glass cubes and smallwares for mosaics are specifically covered by this subheading.
If the tiles are part of a metal railing structure
Metal structures and parts for buildings fall under Chapter 73, not Chapter 70.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the balcony tiles are not framed or fitted with electrical devices, as framed windows for vehicles or articles with electrical elements are excluded from Chapter 70
• Provide detailed product specifications, including dimensions and glass composition, to the CBSA to facilitate classification
• If the tiles are part of a larger railing system, check whether other components may be classified separately
Related Products under Tariff item 7016.90.00
Architectural Pressed Glass Tiles
Architectural pressed glass tiles, with color embedded during molding, are custom-made for building facades. They are articles of pressed glass of a kind used for building or construction purposes, falling under tariff item 7016.90.00 as 'Other' articles in this heading.
Colored Molded Glass Slabs
Colored molded glass slabs are slab-form molded glass articles used as bricks in artistic building facades and retaining walls. They are slabs or bricks of pressed glass for construction, falling under tariff item 7016.90.00 as 'Other'.
Decorative Construction Glass Slabs
Slabs with embedded patterns, molded for building facades and floors, balancing aesthetics and strength. These slabs are pressed glass articles for construction, classified under tariff item 7016.90.00 as other articles of pressed or moulded glass.
Decorative Glass Building Blocks
Translucent hollow or solid blocks of molded glass used in partition walls and light-diffusing structures for commercial buildings. These blocks are pressed glass articles for construction, classified under tariff item 7016.90.00 as other articles of pressed or moulded glass.
Decorative Glass Construction Slabs
Decorative glass construction slabs are patterned pressed glass slabs for feature walls and facades. They are pressed glass articles used for building purposes, classified under tariff item 7016.90.00 as 'Other' articles of pressed glass for construction.
Fire-Rated Glass Blocks
Molded glass blocks engineered for fire-resistant walls in commercial construction, meeting fire ratings for 60-120 minutes. These blocks are pressed glass articles for building safety applications, classified under tariff item 7016.90.00 as other articles of pressed or moulded glass.