Unglazed Ceramic Wall Tiles from Japan
Unglazed ceramic tiles for interior wall finishing, made from clay-based bodies fired after shaping with a matte, natural finish. Classified in HTS 6907.40.10 as unglazed finishing ceramics, not meeting stoneware or porcelain absorption limits. They provide a rustic aesthetic for bathrooms and kitchens.
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
• Conduct ASTM C373 water absorption test; earthenware over 3% may reclassify, a frequent audit trigger
• Include firing certificates to prove compliance with Chapter 69 'fired after shaping' note; avoid rejection for unfired products
• Label as 'finishing ceramics' not 'building materials' to prevent misrouting to structural headings