Unglazed Ceramic Wall Tiles 4x4 Inch Subway Style from Germany
Small 4x4 inch unglazed ceramic wall tiles in subway style, produced by firing shaped clay-based bodies at high temperatures for kitchen backsplashes. Classified under HTS 6907.40.10.51 as unglazed finishing ceramics other than specific roofing types. They are non-translucent with water absorption typically under 3% per US notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include technical specs confirming unglazed matte finish and fired ceramic body to prevent misclassification as porcelain under 6907.22
• Label shipments clearly as 'finishing ceramics - unglazed' and avoid any post-fire glazing to maintain 6907.40.10 status
• Test for water absorption; if over 3% it may qualify as earthenware but still fits if fired properly