Clay Barrel Roof Tiles from China
Curved, interlocking clay tiles fired after shaping, used for traditional Mediterranean-style roofing. Classified under HTS 6905.90.00 as ceramic roofing tiles, distinct from building bricks in 6904, meeting Chapter 69 firing requirements over 800°C.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.2%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify firing temperature exceeds 800°C with manufacturer certificates to avoid exclusion from Chapter 69
• Check thickness under 3.2 cm to confirm not excluded from 'tiles' definition
• Include architectural drawings showing roofing use to prevent misclassification as ornaments