Decorative Glazed Mini Hearth Tiles 4.5x4.5 cm from Japan
Small glazed ceramic tiles for fireplace hearths (4.5x4.5 cm), with high water absorption >10% suitable for indoor heat exposure. Under HTS 6907.23.40.00 as glazed hearth tiles fitting <7 cm square, fired post-shaping from clay per Chapter notes. Porous body distinguishes from vitrified types.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test and document heat resistance if marketed for hearths; CBP may question non-standard wall tile use
• Ensure no metal backing or Chapter 73 components to avoid mixed classification
• Bulk imports require invoice details on tile count and sqm coverage for valuation