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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of glazed ceramic flags, paving & wall tiles; glazed mosaic cubes (SITC 66245) totaled $128.5M in April 2026, traded with 46 countries.
Importers of Glazed Ceramic Flags, Paving & Wall Tiles; Glazed Mosaic Cubes paid $20.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $115.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Glazed Ceramic Flags, Paving & Wall Tiles; Glazed Mosaic Cubes imports of $128.5M in April 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $112.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGlazed ceramic wall and floor tiles — defined by a fused vitreous surface coating applied before or after firing — dominate the residential and commercial interior finish market and represent one of the most widely traded ceramic construction goods categories globally. The glaze layer determines not only the product's aesthetic range but also its slip-resistance classification, which is increasingly relevant to building code compliance in the US. Section 301 tariffs have affected imports from certain major supplier countries, making origin documentation and first-sale valuation strategies important considerations for tile importers.
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Yes, Section 301 tariffs have applied to glazed ceramic tiles from China, one of the historically significant supplier countries for this category. Importers have responded by diversifying sourcing to other origins and by carefully documenting country of origin to ensure correct duty assessment. CBP scrutinizes origin claims for ceramic tile given the history of transshipment concerns, so robust supply chain documentation — including mill certificates and production records — is advisable.
While slip-resistance ratings (such as DCOF or PEI wear ratings) are commercial and building-code specifications rather than tariff classification criteria, they are critical to end-use suitability and buyer specifications. Glazed tiles intended for floor use must meet applicable ANSI or ASTM slip-resistance standards for the installation environment. Importers should obtain test reports from suppliers confirming the relevant ratings, as misrepresentation of floor-use suitability can create product liability exposure independent of customs classification.
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