Glazed Earthenware Mini Decorative Tile from China
4x4 cm glazed earthenware tiles absorbing >3% water, for artistic wall features. Fits HTS 6907.40.40.00 as other small glazed finishing ceramics under 7 cm square. Clay-based body fired after shaping distinguishes from unfired articles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test water absorption per US note (ASTM C373) to confirm earthenware >3%, avoiding porcelain misclassification
• Declare exact measurements and usage as 'finishing ceramics' to stay in 6907 vs construction materials
• Avoid importing with furniture components to prevent Chapter 94 exclusion