Glass Mosaic Tiles for Backsplash
Small, colorful glass cubes and tiles designed specifically for creating decorative backsplashes in kitchens and bathrooms. These smallwares are on a mesh backing for easy installation and fall under HTS 7016.10.00.00 as they are intended for mosaic or similar decorative purposes, not structural building use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.7% | +35.0% | 37.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used for building or construction purposes like flooring
Glass tiles for structural or paving applications fall under pressed/molded glass articles for construction, not decorative smallwares.
If in sheets or larger formats over typical smallware size
Larger glass pieces for decorative use may classify as other decorative glassware rather than small cubes/tiles for mosaics.
If made of ceramic instead of glass
Identical mosaic smallwares but composed of ceramic material shift to Chapter 69 headings for ceramic articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the glass smallwares are explicitly for decorative mosaics, not construction tiles, to avoid reclassification under 7016.90
• Provide documentation proving mosaic intent, such as marketing materials or installation guides showing non-structural use
• Check for backing material; mesh-backed sheets simplify customs but ensure backing doesn't alter glass classification
Related Products under HTS 7016.10.00.00
Iridescent Glass Mosaic Cubes
Tiny iridescent glass cubes used for artistic mosaic wall art and decorative panels. These on-backing smallwares qualify under HTS 7016.10.00.00 due to their small size and exclusive purpose for decorative mosaics rather than functional building elements.
Mesh-Mounted Glass Mosaic Sheets
Pre-assembled sheets of tiny glass smallwares on fiberglass mesh backing, ideal for quick decorative mosaic installations on walls or furniture. Classified in HTS 7016.10.00.00 as glass smallwares on backing explicitly for mosaic decorative purposes.
Recycled Glass Mosaic Pebbles
Small rounded glass pebbles from recycled bottles, used for decorative mosaic tabletops and garden art. These qualify as glass smallwares under HTS 7016.10.00.00 for their mosaic decorative applications, regardless of fused quartz or silica content per chapter notes.
Frosted Glass Mosaic Squares
Small frosted glass squares for privacy decorative mosaics in shower enclosures and partitions. Falls under HTS 7016.10.00.00 as glass smallwares for mosaics; frosting via chemical etching doesn't constitute 'worked' glass per chapter notes if pre-annealing.
Gold Foil Glass Mosaic Tiles
Luxury glass mosaic tiles embedded with gold foil for high-end decorative wall features. These backed smallwares are for mosaic purposes only, classifying under HTS 7016.10.00.00; thin foil doesn't qualify as reflecting layer per chapter notes.
Handmade Glass Mosaic Beads
Tiny handmade glass beads strung or loose for custom mosaic jewelry and art panels. As smallwares for decorative mosaics, they fall under HTS 7016.10.00.00, distinct from larger glass beads in other headings.