Hand-Painted Glazed Ceramic Hearth Tiles from China
Hand-painted glazed ceramic tiles for fireplace hearths, exceeding 10% water absorption, under HTS 6907.23.90.51 as other glazed wall/hearth tiles. Made from clay fired after shaping, the high porosity suits traditional installations but needs protective glazing. Decorative patterns enhance aesthetic appeal for home use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document firing process >800°C to prove Chapter 69 eligibility; exclude resin-cured items
• Include pattern descriptions in entry; hand-painted doesn't change classification but aids inspection