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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of glass cubes & smallwares for mosaics & decorative purposes (SITC 66594) totaled $5.3M in July 2026, traded with 33 countries.
Importers of Glass Cubes & Smallwares for Mosaics & Decorative Purposes paid $964K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $4.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataSmall glass tiles, tesserae, and similar glass smallwares cut or formed into cubes and other shapes for mosaic work and architectural or artistic decoration occupy this heading, serving the construction, interior design, and fine-arts supply sectors. The defining characteristic is the article's design for use as a decorative surface element rather than as a structural or functional glass product. Venetian glass mosaic tesserae and vitreous glass tile are the most commercially recognized products in this category, and their origin — particularly from traditional glassmaking regions — can be a significant factor in buyer specifications and pricing.
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382 shipments/mo
Basic heading 405 of 766 in section 6
Basic heading 66594 · $5.3M of $26.7B
Vitreous glass mosaic tiles are classified as glass articles under this heading, while ceramic mosaic tiles fall under a separate ceramic products heading. The material composition — glass versus fired ceramic — is the determining factor, not the tile's size, shape, or decorative application. Importers sourcing mixed-material mosaic assortments should ensure each material type is separately identified on the commercial invoice.
The primary buyers are architectural and interior design firms specifying decorative wall and floor surfaces, swimming pool tile contractors, and artists or craftspeople working in mosaic media. Demand is closely tied to residential and commercial construction activity, making import volumes sensitive to building-sector cycles. Custom color and finish specifications from designers often drive sourcing decisions as much as price.
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Imports · July 2026
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China and Mexico together supply 58% of it.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$5.3MYoY · Pro
Exports
$405KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.