Glazed Porcelain Hearth Tiles for Fireplace Surrounds from Japan
Durable glazed porcelain tiles specifically for hearth and fireplace surrounds, with water absorption coefficient ≤0.5%. Fits HTS 6907.21.90 as other glazed low-absorption ceramic hearth tiles. Fired from clay-silica blends for heat resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.5%
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
Import Tips
• Document heat-resistant properties but confirm firing meets Chapter 69 standards
• Distinguish from refractory bricks (6902) by end-use as finishing tiles
• Batch test absorption; variations can lead to reclassification