Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including various articles made by firing clay or other inorganic non-metallic materials at high temperatures. This chapter ranges from siliceous fossil meals, similar siliceous earths, and refractory ceramic products (such as refractory bricks), to ceramic building bricks, sanitary ware, ceramic tableware, laboratory ceramic ware, etc. However, this chapter does not include glass, glass-ceramics (Chapter 70), cermets (Chapter 81), or certain graphite articles (Chapter 85). Heading 6907 covers ceramic tiles, paving tiles, mosaic tiles and similar articles, whether or not glazed, but only ceramic articles for building or paving purposes not classified under other headings. It mainly includes ceramic tiles used for covering walls, floors, countertops, etc., as well as small mosaic pieces for inlay. However, it does not include refractory bricks (6902), sanitary ware (6910), ceramic tableware (6911), etc. The first 2 digits 69 represent Chapter 69 (ceramic products); digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 6907 (ceramic tiles, paving tiles, mosaic tiles and similar articles); digits 5-6, 90, represent subheading 690790, i.e., other ceramic tiles and paving tiles, referring to all ceramic tiles and paving tiles other than 690710 (tiles whose largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm), including glazed or unglazed ceramic tiles of various specifications and uses. The goods are ceramic tiles and paving tiles, and do not belong to the small-size tiles listed under 690710 (whose largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm), and therefore are classified under 690790. If they were refractory bricks, they would be classified under 6902; if sanitary ware, under 6910; if ceramic tableware, under 6911.
Chapter
Chapter 69 covers ceramic products, including various articles made by firing clay or other inorganic non-metallic materials at high temperatures. This chapter ranges from siliceous fossil meals, similar siliceous earths, and refractory ceramic products (such as refractory bricks), to ceramic building bricks, sanitary ware, ceramic tableware, laboratory ceramic ware, etc. However, this chapter does not include glass, glass-ceramics (Chapter 70), cermets (Chapter 81), or certain graphite articles (Chapter 85).
Heading
Heading 6907 covers ceramic tiles, paving tiles, mosaic tiles and similar articles, whether or not glazed, but only ceramic articles for building or paving purposes not classified under other headings. It mainly includes ceramic tiles used for covering walls, floors, countertops, etc., as well as small mosaic pieces for inlay. However, it does not include refractory bricks (6902), sanitary ware (6910), ceramic tableware (6911), etc.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 69 represent Chapter 69 (ceramic products); digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 6907 (ceramic tiles, paving tiles, mosaic tiles and similar articles); digits 5-6, 90, represent subheading 690790, i.e., other ceramic tiles and paving tiles, referring to all ceramic tiles and paving tiles other than 690710 (tiles whose largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm), including glazed or unglazed ceramic tiles of various specifications and uses.
Classification Basis
The goods are ceramic tiles and paving tiles, and do not belong to the small-size tiles listed under 690710 (whose largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm), and therefore are classified under 690790. If they were refractory bricks, they would be classified under 6902; if sanitary ware, under 6910; if ceramic tableware, under 6911.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "ceramic tiles," "glazed tiles," "antique tiles," etc., which should accurately reflect the product's attributes. Brand: Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, fill in "unbranded," and it must be consistent with the commercial invoice. Model: Fill in the product model or specification code to distinguish different styles. Specifications and Dimensions: Declare the length, width, and thickness of the tiles, usually expressed in millimeters or centimeters. Surface Treatment: State whether the surface is glazed, polished, anti-slip, etc. Use: Declare the use of the tiles, such as wall tiles, floor tiles, exterior wall tiles, etc. Water Absorption Rate: Declare the water absorption percentage of the tiles, which affects classification and tax rates. Material: Declare the ceramic material, such as earthenware, porcelain, stoneware, etc. Product Name: Glazed ceramic floor tiles; Brand: Nobel; Model: N60123; Specifications and Dimensions: 600mm×600mm×10mm; Surface Treatment: Glazed, polished; Use: Indoor floor paving; Water Absorption Rate: 0.5%; Material: Porcelain. Failure to distinguish between glazed and unglazed, which may affect subheading classification. Incomplete declaration of specifications and dimensions, making it impossible to determine whether they fall under 690710. Missing water absorption rate data, which may affect classification and customs valuation.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "ceramic tiles," "glazed tiles," "antique tiles," etc., which should accurately reflect the product's attributes.
⚠️ Writing only "tiles" is too general and does not distinguish material or use.
Brand
Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, fill in "unbranded," and it must be consistent with the commercial invoice.
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with the invoice or omitted.
Model
Fill in the product model or specification code to distinguish different styles.
⚠️ Model filled in incorrectly or inconsistent with the actual product.
Specifications and Dimensions
Declare the length, width, and thickness of the tiles, usually expressed in millimeters or centimeters.
⚠️ Inconsistent units of measurement or failure to declare thickness.
Surface Treatment
State whether the surface is glazed, polished, anti-slip, etc.
⚠️ Failure to declare glazing status, resulting in classification errors.
Use
Declare the use of the tiles, such as wall tiles, floor tiles, exterior wall tiles, etc.
⚠️ Vague description of use, such as "for construction."
Water Absorption Rate
Declare the water absorption percentage of the tiles, which affects classification and tax rates.
⚠️ Failure to provide water absorption rate or inaccurate data.
Material
Declare the ceramic material, such as earthenware, porcelain, stoneware, etc.
⚠️ Incorrect material entry, such as declaring porcelain tiles as earthenware.
Failure to distinguish between glazed and unglazed, which may affect subheading classification.
Incomplete declaration of specifications and dimensions, making it impossible to determine whether they fall under 690710.
Missing water absorption rate data, which may affect classification and customs valuation.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1. Whether the goods are ceramic products; 2. Whether they are ceramic articles for building use such as bricks, paving tiles, mosaics, etc.; 3. Whether the largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm (if yes, classify under 690710; otherwise under 690790); 4. Whether they are glazed does not affect classification under 6907, but may affect the subheading. 690710 Small-size ceramic tiles: The largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm, while 690790 covers other specifications. 6902 Refractory ceramic bricks: Refractory bricks are used in high-temperature environments and have high alumina content, etc., while 6907 covers ordinary ceramic building tiles. 6910 Ceramic sanitary ware: Sanitary ware such as washbasins, toilets, etc., while 6907 covers paving tiles. 6911 Ceramic tableware: Tableware is used for eating and drinking, while 6907 covers building paving materials. 6904 Ceramic building bricks: 6904 covers ceramic bricks for construction (such as wall bricks), while 6907 covers paving tiles and wall tiles. Is it made of ceramic material? Is it used for paving or walls? Can the largest surface area fit within a 7 cm rectangle? Is it glazed? Is it refractory?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1. Whether the goods are ceramic products; 2. Whether they are ceramic articles for building use such as bricks, paving tiles, mosaics, etc.; 3. Whether the largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm (if yes, classify under 690710; otherwise under 690790); 4. Whether they are glazed does not affect classification under 6907, but may affect the subheading.
Confused Codes：
690710 - Small-size ceramic tiles
The largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm, while 690790 covers other specifications.
6902 - Refractory ceramic bricks
Refractory bricks are used in high-temperature environments and have high alumina content, etc., while 6907 covers ordinary ceramic building tiles.
6910 - Ceramic sanitary ware
Sanitary ware such as washbasins, toilets, etc., while 6907 covers paving tiles.
6911 - Ceramic tableware
Tableware is used for eating and drinking, while 6907 covers building paving materials.
6904 - Ceramic building bricks
6904 covers ceramic bricks for construction (such as wall bricks), while 6907 covers paving tiles and wall tiles.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it made of ceramic material?
✓ Is it used for paving or walls?
✓ Can the largest surface area fit within a 7 cm rectangle?
✓ Is it glazed?
✓ Is it refractory?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether ceramic tiles should be classified under 690790? First confirm that the goods are ceramic tiles or paving tiles, then check whether their largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm. If not, classify under 690790; if yes, classify under 690710. Is there a difference in classification between glazed and unglazed ceramic tiles? In the HS code, 6907 is not subdivided by whether or not glazed, so both glazed and unglazed ceramic tiles are classified under 6907, and the specific subheading depends on specifications. However, glazing may affect the importing country's domestic tariff schedule. Under which code should ceramic mosaic tiles be classified? If the largest surface area of ceramic mosaic tiles can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm, classify under 690710; otherwise under 690790. How to check the import tax rate for 690790? You can check the importing country's customs tariff schedule, such as the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China issued by the General Administration of Customs of China, or obtain the latest tax rate through customs classification advance rulings, consultation hotlines, etc. How should specifications and dimensions be filled in when declaring? Fill in the length, width, and thickness of the tiles, usually in millimeters, such as "600mm×600mm×10mm." Ensure consistency with the actual goods so that customs can determine classification. Does the water absorption rate of ceramic tiles affect classification? In the HS code, water absorption rate is not a subdivision criterion under 6907, but it may affect the importing country's domestic tariff schedule or anti-dumping measures, so accurate data should be provided when declaring. If ceramic tiles are used for walls, are they classified under 690790? Yes, wall tiles and floor tiles both fall within the scope of paving tiles, and as long as they meet the description of 6907 and do not belong to 690710, they are classified under 690790. How to distinguish refractory ceramic bricks from ordinary ceramic tiles? Refractory ceramic bricks are usually used in high-temperature environments and have high alumina content, etc., and are classified under 6902; ordinary ceramic tiles are used for building paving and are classified under 6907. Material and use certificates should be provided when declaring.
Q: How to determine whether ceramic tiles should be classified under 690790?
A: First confirm that the goods are ceramic tiles or paving tiles, then check whether their largest surface area can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm. If not, classify under 690790; if yes, classify under 690710.
Q: Is there a difference in classification between glazed and unglazed ceramic tiles?
A: In the HS code, 6907 is not subdivided by whether or not glazed, so both glazed and unglazed ceramic tiles are classified under 6907, and the specific subheading depends on specifications. However, glazing may affect the importing country's domestic tariff schedule.
Q: Under which code should ceramic mosaic tiles be classified?
A: If the largest surface area of ceramic mosaic tiles can fit within a rectangle with a side length of less than 7 cm, classify under 690710; otherwise under 690790.
Q: How to check the import tax rate for 690790?
A: You can check the importing country's customs tariff schedule, such as the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China issued by the General Administration of Customs of China, or obtain the latest tax rate through customs classification advance rulings, consultation hotlines, etc.
Q: How should specifications and dimensions be filled in when declaring?
A: Fill in the length, width, and thickness of the tiles, usually in millimeters, such as "600mm×600mm×10mm." Ensure consistency with the actual goods so that customs can determine classification.
Q: Does the water absorption rate of ceramic tiles affect classification?
A: In the HS code, water absorption rate is not a subdivision criterion under 6907, but it may affect the importing country's domestic tariff schedule or anti-dumping measures, so accurate data should be provided when declaring.
Q: If ceramic tiles are used for walls, are they classified under 690790?
A: Yes, wall tiles and floor tiles both fall within the scope of paving tiles, and as long as they meet the description of 6907 and do not belong to 690710, they are classified under 690790.
Q: How to distinguish refractory ceramic bricks from ordinary ceramic tiles?
A: Refractory ceramic bricks are usually used in high-temperature environments and have high alumina content, etc., and are classified under 6902; ordinary ceramic tiles are used for building paving and are classified under 6907. Material and use certificates should be provided when declaring.
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