Earthenware Ridge Crest Tiles from Japan
Hand-formed earthenware tiles for roof ridges, fired clay with >3% water absorption per US note. Classified HTS 6905.90.0050 as other roofing constructional ceramics. Essential for weatherproof peaked roofs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document water absorption >3% for earthenware status
• Ship in construction pallets, not retail packs
• Check for cast vs jiggered ratios if patterned