Unglazed Terracotta Paving Tiles
These unglazed terracotta tiles are fired ceramic products with a water absorption coefficient exceeding 10% by weight, made from clay-based materials ideal for outdoor paving. They fall under HTS 6907.23.10.51 as unglazed wall or paving tiles not suitable for roofing, with their porous nature confirmed by ASTM C373 testing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If water absorption ≤10% by weight
Lower absorption unglazed tiles move to 6907.21, as porosity threshold determines subheading within ceramic tiles.
If 3.2 cm or thicker
US note excludes articles 3.2 cm+ thickness from 'tiles'; classifies as worked monumental stone instead.
If used for roofing
Roofing tiles, even unglazed and high absorption, fall under 6905 per chapter structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify water absorption exceeds 10% via ASTM C373 test; provide lab certification to avoid reclassification to lower absorption subheadings
• Ensure tiles are under 3.2 cm thick to qualify as 'tiles' per US notes; thicker slabs may shift to heading 6801
• Declare exact dimensions and firing process; unglazed surface must be evident to prevent misclassification as glazed tiles
Related Products under HTS 6907.23.10.51
Porous Unglazed Quarry Tiles
Durable unglazed quarry tiles crafted from natural clay, fired to achieve water absorption over 10%, commonly used for heavy-duty flooring in garages or patios. Classified in 6907.23.10.51 due to their unglazed finish and high porosity distinguishing them from finer ceramic tiles.
Rustic Unglazed Clay Wall Tiles
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.
High-Porosity Hearth Tiles
Unglazed ceramic hearth tiles designed for fireplace surrounds, with water absorption over 10% allowing breathability and heat resistance. Fits 6907.23.10.51 as fired unglazed paving/hearth tiles of high porosity, distinct from refractory bricks.
Outdoor Patio Unglazed Tiles
Frost-resistant unglazed tiles for patios, made from fired clay with >10% water absorption to prevent cracking in wet climates. Under 6907.23.10.51 for other unglazed high-porosity paving tiles.
Exposed Aggregate Ceramic Paving Slabs
Unglazed paving slabs with textured exposed aggregate surface, high water absorption >10%, fired for pathways. 6907.23.10.51 covers these as other unglazed tiles under thickness limits.