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Unglazed Small Porcelain Wall Tiles from Japan

These unglazed porcelain finishing ceramics are small wall tiles with the largest surface area fitting within a 30 cm square, fired after shaping from high-fired ceramic materials. They are designed for interior wall finishing applications in residential and commercial spaces. Classified under HTS 6907.40.10.11 as unglazed finishing ceramics due to their size and non-glazed surface.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify water absorption <0.5% per ASTM C373 to confirm porcelain classification; test samples prior to import

• Ensure tiles are truly unglazed—any surface treatment may shift to glazed subheadings under 6907.40.20

• Provide firing certificates and material composition docs to prove Chapter 69 eligibility (fired >800°C)