Ceramic Tile Glass Granules from China
Granulated glass powder optimized for inclusion in ceramic tile bodies to enhance vitrification and surface quality. Processed into uniform granules for even mixing, under HTS 3207.40.5000 as glass for ceramic industry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify granule size distribution (0.1-1mm) suitable for tile body mixing, not surface glazing
• Provide melt point verification (800-1200°C) confirming ceramic firing compatibility
• Watch for misdeclaration as tile frit; granules for body flux differ from glaze frit