Porous Unglazed Wall Tiles from Japan
High-porosity unglazed ceramic tiles for interior walls in wet areas like showers, with >10% water absorption allowing vapor transmission. Made from earthenware clay and fired without glaze. Classified in HTS 6907.23.10 as unglazed wall tiles meeting chapter firing requirements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Differentiate from brick in entry summary; specify 'finishing tiles' use
• CBP may require fired body composition analysis for clay content verification
• Ship in retail packaging to avoid bulk material scrutiny