Gold Foil Glass Mosaic Tiles from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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