Slate Floor Tiles from Japan
Polished or honed slate tiles cut to standard sizes for flooring in residential and commercial spaces, valued for slip resistance. HTS 6803.00.50.00 applies to these other worked slate products beyond roofing.
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
• Ensure tiles meet ASTM standards for flooring to facilitate import approvals
• Avoid bulk packaging that resembles unworked slabs to stay in 6803 classification
• Document surface finishing (honed vs polished) for accurate duty assessment