U.S. imports of Ceramic Flags, Paving & Wall Tiles — Water Absorption ≤ 0.5% (HS 690721) totaled $96.8M in August 2026, imported from 49 countries.
Importers of Ceramic Flags, Paving & Wall Tiles — Water Absorption ≤ 0.5% paid $12.0M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 12.07% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPorcelain-grade ceramic tiles with a water absorption coefficient not exceeding 0.5% by weight represent the densest, most vitrified tier of the ceramic tile classification — the category that includes polished porcelain and full-body porcelain floor tiles prized in commercial and high-end residential construction. The US schedule subdivides the heading by glazed versus unglazed finish and by facial surface area, with separate 10-digit lines for mosaic-sized pieces under 7 cm (e.g., 6907211005) and larger formats (6907211051 for unglazed; 6907219051 for glazed). Italy and Spain dominate supply, reflecting their long-established porcelain tile manufacturing industries, while India has grown into a significant third source. Importers should note that several lines under heading 6907 have been subject to antidumping proceedings, making country-of-origin documentation especially important at entry.
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9.2K import shipments a month
The 0.5% threshold corresponds to the ISO/ANSI definition of Group BIa (pressed) or AIa (extruded) tiles — essentially fully vitrified porcelain. Tiles at this absorption level classify under 6907.21, while tiles with absorption between 0.5% and 10% fall under 6907.22, and those above 10% under 6907.23. Misclassifying a semi-vitrified tile as fully vitrified can result in duty underpayment and potential penalties, so laboratory test certificates confirming the absorption coefficient are standard supporting documentation.
The US tariff schedule splits 6907.21 primarily by whether the tile's facial surface area is less than 7 cm², less than 30 cm², or larger, and for glazed tiles also by piece-count thresholds per square meter. Mosaic tiles with sides under 7 cm (6907211005 unglazed; 6907212000–6907214000 glazed) carry their own lines, while standard-format and large-format tiles fall into the residual 'other' provisions. Confirming the exact surface area measurement before filing entry documents prevents misclassification between these breakpoints.
ImportsExports
Imports
$96.8MYoY · free account
Exports
$3.3MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.1B of Ceramic Flags, Paving & Wall Tiles — Water Absorption ≤ 0.5% and exported $38.3M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Italy and Spain together supply 76% of it. Turkey pays 19.9% duty; Mexico 0.2%.
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rate provision · imports
2.6% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 12.07% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6907219051 | Glzd Ceramc Flgs, Etc, H20 Ab Coef Wt Lt=0.5%, Other | $79.8M | 12.36% | 97.86% | $9.9M |
| 6907211051 | Unglzd Crmc Tile, H20 Ab Lt 0.5%, Other | $8.8M | 10.07% | 98.12% | $888K |
| 6907219011 | Glzd Cramc Tiles, Sa Lt 30 Cm, H20 Ab Lt 0.5%, Nes | $7.0M | 11.07% | 93.25% | $776K |
| 6907214000 | Glzd Cermc Flgs, H20 Ab Lt 0.5%, Sa Lt 7 Cm, Other | $1.0M | 14.32% | 90.34% | $150K |
| 6907211005 | Unglzd Cermc Tile, Surf Ar Lt 7cm Sq, H20 Ab Lt 0.5% | $608K | 10.72% | 100.00% | $65K |
| 6907213000 | Glzd Crmc Flgs, Etc, H20 Ab Lt 0.5%, Lt7cm, Lt38.7cm2 | $598K | 16.47% | 98.55% | $98K |
| 6907211011 | Unglz Crmc Tile, Surf Ar Lt 30 Cm Sq, H20 Ab Lt 0.5% | $589K | 10.43% | 100.00% | $61K |
| 6907212000 | Glzd Cerm Flgs, Etc, H20 Ab Lt0.5%, Lt 7cm, Lt 3229/M2 | $488K | 10.00% | 91.92% | $49K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 1 of 5 in heading 6907
Subheading 690721 · $96.8M of $148.9M
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