Handmade Terracotta Roofing Tiles from Japan
Irregularly shaped terracotta tiles hand-formed and high-fired for rustic roof applications in historic restorations. As fired clay ceramic goods, they are precisely classified under HTS 6905.10.00.00 for roofing tiles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide firing process documentation (temps >800°C) as proof against claims of resin-cured exclusion
• Use proper packing to prevent breakage; declare value accurately to avoid undervaluation penalties
• Test for lead content if glazed variants; comply with FDA/TSCA for construction materials