Unglazed Mini Ceramic Backsplash Tiles from Japan
Mini unglazed ceramic tiles specifically for kitchen backsplashes, with maximum surface area within 30 cm square, fired from nonmetallic inorganic materials. Used for decorative finishing in wet areas. HTS 6907.40.10.11 covers these small, unglazed finishing ceramics.
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
• Specify 'backsplash finishing use' in commercial invoice to support 'finishing ceramics' classification
• Check for artificial coloring—may affect porcelain definition per U.S. note but not primary classifier here
• Use proper HTS for partial shipments; mixing sizes risks entire lot moving to larger tile codes