Porcelain Subway-Style Mini Tiles 4x4 cm Glazed from Japan
Glazed porcelain mini tiles measuring 4 cm square with straight edges, mimicking classic subway tile aesthetics for kitchen backsplashes. HTS 6907.40.20.00 applies as these are fired finishing ceramics, largest surface <7 cm square, ≤3229 per m², predominantly straight-lined faces. They are translucent in thin sections per US notes for porcelain.
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
• Include lab reports proving <0.5% water absorption for porcelain claim, distinguishing from stoneware or earthenware under US notes
• Ensure packing lists specify tile count per m² and straight-edge design to match statistical reporting for this subheading
• Watch for backing materials; if on cementitious backing exceeding tile thickness, it may shift to mosaic cubes under different provisions