Clay Mosaic Cuboids 3x4x0.6 cm Unglazed from Japan
Unglazed earthenware-style clay cuboids (3 cm x 4 cm x 0.6 cm) fired from clay mixtures, absorbing >3% water, for rustic outdoor mosaics. Fits HTS 6907.30.10.05 as largest surface (3x4 cm) encloses in <7 cm square, unglazed mosaic elements per Chapter 69 notes. Not for uses excluded like toys (Chapter 95).
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
• Test and declare water absorption rate (>3% for earthenware) to avoid disputes over porcelain/stoneware classification
• Include firing certificates proving >800°C; pitfall is importing unfired or low-temp cured items excluded from Chapter 69
• Label as paving/mosaic tiles, not art, to prevent Chapter 97 reclassification; segregate from furniture components