Glazed Porcelain Wall Tiles 12x24 Inch from Japan

These rectangular glazed porcelain tiles measure 12x24 inches and are designed for interior wall applications in bathrooms and kitchens. They have a water absorption coefficient between 0.5% and 10% by weight, classifying them under HTS 6907.22.90 as glazed wall tiles other than those in subheadings 6907.30 or 6907.40. The firing process after shaping ensures they meet Chapter 69 requirements for ceramic products.

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

Verify water absorption via ASTM C373 test (0.5-10% required); provide lab certificates to avoid reclassification as porcelain tableware under Chapter 69 exclusions

Ensure tiles are under 3.2 cm thick per US notes for headings 6905/6907 to qualify as 'tiles'

Declare glazing process and firing temperature (>800°C) in documentation; common pitfall is mislabeling as unfired products excluded from Chapter 69