Unglazed Earthenware Hearth Tiles from Mexico
Unglazed earthenware tiles for fireplace surrounds, absorbing >3% water with clay body, fired after shaping. Classified in HTS 6907.40.10 as unglazed finishing ceramics, not refractory. Provide traditional hearth aesthetics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test absorption per ASTM C373; >3% confirms earthenware, avoiding stoneware disputes
• Distinguish from refractory via end-use declaration; hearth decor vs industrial heat
• Bundle import entries with similar patterns to simplify value assessments