Rustic Unglazed Clay Wall Tiles from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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