Granite Kitchen Backsplash Tile from Japan
Cut and polished granite tiles designed for wall backsplashes in kitchens. Falls under HTS 6802.99.00 as worked building stone of granite, a type of other natural stone excluding slate, prepared for architectural use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain quarry certificates proving natural origin to distinguish from imitation stone products
• Label dimensions accurately; oversized tiles may trigger different valuation or quota issues
• Comply with ASTM standards for surface finish to prevent customs disputes on 'worked' status