Glazed High-Absorption Floor Tile from Japan
Glazed ceramic floor tiles for residential use with water absorption >10%, allowing economic clay formulations. Under HTS 6907.23.90 as other glazed high-porosity tiles for hearth/wall/paving. Clay-fired body per US earthenware definition (>3% absorption).
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
• Distinguish from porcelain imports; high absorption avoids anti-dumping on low-porosity Chinese tiles
• Document non-toy/sports use per Chapter exclusions (k)