Rustic Unglazed Clay Wall Tiles from Germany
Hand-formed unglazed clay tiles with high water absorption (>10%) for decorative interior/exterior walls, fired from inorganic nonmetallic materials like clays. HTS 6907.23.10.51 applies to these other unglazed tiles excluding specific mosaic or roofing types.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide absorption test results upfront; exceeding 10% keeps it from porcelain/stoneware reclassification
• Document as 'other' unglazed tiles—not mosaic cubes—to stay in .51 subheading
• Check for backing; if on mesh backing as mosaics, may shift despite high absorption