Pressed Glass Paving Blocks
Pressed glass paving blocks are durable paving blocks made from pressed or molded glass, designed for outdoor walkways and patios in construction projects. These blocks offer a unique aesthetic while providing strength and durability for high-traffic areas. They are classified under this tariff item as other articles of pressed or molded glass used 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 blocks are small glass cubes for mosaics
Glass cubes and smallwares for mosaics are specifically provided for in this subheading.
If the blocks are natural stone
Natural stone articles are classified in Chapter 68.
If the blocks are ceramic
Ceramic paving blocks are classified in Chapter 69.
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
• Ensure the blocks are clearly identified as pressed or molded glass for construction on all import documentation
• If the blocks are wired, confirm they are still classified under this item, as wired glass is included in the heading
• Check if the blocks meet any Canadian standards for construction materials that may apply
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.