Unglazed Porcelain Paving Tiles 12x12 from Japan
Square 12x12 inch porcelain paving tiles with water absorption ≤0.5%, fired after shaping from inorganic nonmetallic materials, unglazed surface for outdoor patios. Classified under 6907.21.10 as unglazed ceramic paving tiles with low water absorption, suitable for high-traffic areas. Meets Chapter 69 requirements for fired ceramic products not exceeding 0.5% absorption.
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 ≤0.5% via ASTM C373 test with documentation; ensure tiles <3.2cm thick per US notes
• Provide firing process certificates to confirm Chapter 69 applicability; avoid misclassification as building stone (6801)