Unglazed Porcelain Paving Tiles 12x12 Inch

These square unglazed porcelain tiles measure 12x12 inches and are designed for outdoor paving applications such as patios and walkways. They are fired ceramic products with a water absorption coefficient by weight not exceeding 0.5%, classifying them under HTS 6907.21.10.51 as unglazed tiles other than those for specific subheadings. The low porosity ensures durability and frost resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+35.0%45%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6907.21.20Same rate: 45%

If surface glazed

Glazed tiles in this low absorption category fall under the separate glazed provision.

6907.30.10Same rate: 45%

If water absorption exceeds 0.5% but ≤3%

Higher absorption unglazed tiles move to the stoneware tile category.

6802.91Lower: 14.7% vs 45%

If not fired after shaping or primarily natural stone

Unfired ceramic articles or worked monumental stone are excluded from Chapter 69.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify water absorption via ASTM C373 test (≤0.5%) with lab certification to confirm classification in low-porosity category

Ensure tiles are truly unglazed; any glaze application shifts to 6907.21.20

Provide documentation proving not mosaic cubes or backing-mounted to avoid reclassification

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