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.
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 significant precious metal content
Articles with >50% precious metals like gold classify under Chapter 71.
If lead crystal stemware equivalents
Lead crystal (>24% PbO) decorative items go to 7013.22.
If pigments/stains dominate classification
Decorative pigments in non-glass bases shift to Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare foil content value separately; precious metal rules may apply if over de minimis
• Microscopic foil layer analysis prevents 7007 tempered glass confusion
• Luxury packaging ok, but avoid 'building tile' retail labeling
Related Products under HTS 7016.10.00.00
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.
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.
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.