Unglazed Clay Wall Finishing Tiles

Hand-formed unglazed clay tiles for wall finishing, each sized to fit within a 30 cm square, fired to create durable ceramic surfaces. Essential clay ingredient with water absorption >3% qualifies as earthenware-style but classified by form. Fits HTS 6907.40.10.11 for unglazed small finishing ceramics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+35.0%45%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6904.10.00Lower: 35% vs 45%

If for industrial furnace linings

End-use shifts to building bricks if not 'finishing' per common ceramic trade meaning.

6907.40.20.00Same rate: 45%

If porcelain and glazed

Material (porcelain) + glaze moves to specific glazed porcelain subheading.

6809.19.00Lower: 38% vs 45%

If sold as set with mortar/adhesive

Articles of Chapter 68 if packaged as complete installation kits beyond mere tiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct ASTM C373 absorption test; >3% may suggest earthenware but form dictates 6907 classification

Include kiln firing records to demonstrate compliance with Chapter 69 note (c) requirements

Package to prevent chipping—damaged tiles risk reclassification during customs inspection

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Unglazed Small Porcelain Wall Tiles

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Unglazed Mini Ceramic Backsplash Tiles

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Unglazed Decorative Micro Tiles

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Unglazed Small Paver Tiles

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Unglazed Ceramic Mosaic Floor Tiles

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