Ceramic Tile Sample Boards from Japan
Boards displaying various ceramic tile samples for architects and contractors to specify in construction projects. These qualify under HTS 9813.00.20 as samples solely for generating merchandise orders.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide project specification sheets showing sample use
• Declare board construction materials separately if applicable
• Track via bonded warehouse if high volume