Glass Mosaic Tiles for Backsplash from Japan
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.
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
• 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