Unglazed Small Hearth Tiles from Japan
Unglazed ceramic tiles for fireplace hearths, small enough to fit 30 cm square, fired clay bodies for heat-resistant finishing. Designed for floor-level finishing around fireplaces. Classed in HTS 6907.40.10.11 as unglazed finishing ceramics despite hearth mention in hierarchy.
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
• Prove non-refractory nature (not >high melting points) to avoid 6903 reclassification
• Invoice must specify max surface dimensions with diagram to confirm ≤30 cm square
• Beware set sales with grouts—may trigger Chapter 68 if considered installation components