Ceramic Tile Mosaic Wall Sculpture from Germany
This ornamental wall sculpture is crafted from fired ceramic tiles arranged in intricate mosaic patterns, fired after shaping as required by Chapter 69. It falls under HTS 6913.90.20.00 as an ornamental article made specifically of ceramic tile, distinct from flooring or roofing tiles in heading 6907. The piece is designed for decorative display rather than functional use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the product was fired after shaping at 800°C+ to qualify under Chapter 69; provide firing certificates if requested
• Confirm it's ornamental, not functional tile (6907), to avoid reclassification
• Label material as 'ceramic tile' accurately for customs entry