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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of glass cubes & smallwares for mosaics & decorative purposes (SITC 66594) totaled $4.9M in April 2026, traded with 27 countries.
Importers of Glass Cubes & Smallwares for Mosaics & Decorative Purposes paid $1.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 22% on $5.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 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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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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