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Unglazed Porcelain Paving Tiles 12x12 Inch from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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