Cut Alabaster Floor Tile from China
Rectangular tiles of alabaster, sawn to even flat surfaces for luxury flooring. This product is 'other' alabaster under HTS 6802.21.50.00, as it is simply cut without further working like engraving. Alabaster's translucency makes it ideal for decorative building elements.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.4%
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'alabaster' with lab tests if needed, as it can be confused with marble
• Check for customs rulings on tile dimensions; exceeding certain sizes may require different valuation
• Comply with building code certifications for floor use to ease entry and avoid delays