Artificial Stone Floor Pavers from Japan
Pavers composed of artificial stone (cement mixed with crushed rock), used for pedestrian walkways. Falls under 6810.19.50.00 as unreinforced bricks and similar articles of cement or artificial stone.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label products clearly as 'artificial stone of cement' to distinguish from natural stone under 6802
• Obtain engineering specs showing compressive strength for customs valuation and compliance
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring thickness; tiles over certain sizes may shift to paving blocks