Terracotta Spanish Roof Tiles from Germany
Low-profile, S-shaped terracotta tiles fired from clay for durable, red-hued roofing in Spanish colonial architecture. Falls under HTS 6905.90.0050 as other ceramic roofing tiles for constructional purposes. Excludes non-fired or resin-cured products per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide lab test results per ASTM C373 confirming low water absorption typical of fired ceramics
• Declare as constructional goods with installation specs to avoid ornamental duties
• Watch for bulk packaging misclassified as retail sets