About HS Code 690721
This HS code specifies high-performance ceramic tiles, flags, and paving with an extremely low water absorption coefficient (not over 0.5%). These are typically porcelain tiles, renowned for their exceptional density, hardness, and resistance to frost, stains, and heavy wear. They are highly sought after for both indoor and outdoor applications in high-traffic commercial, industrial, and residential settings. Major importers and exporters include large-scale tile distributors, architectural project suppliers, and luxury home builders. Key attributes include their frost resistance, high breaking strength, suitability for demanding environments, and often rectified edges that allow for minimal grout lines, contributing to a sleek, modern aesthetic and superior hygiene.
Products Under This Code
Glazed porcelain tiles, unglazed porcelain tiles, polished porcelain tiles, rectified porcelain floor tiles, outdoor porcelain pavers, technical porcelain tiles, full-body porcelain tiles
Real World Examples
Porcelanosa porcelain tiles, Marazzi porcelain stoneware, Atlas Concorde technical porcelain, RAK Ceramics porcelain tiles
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 690722 or 690723 due to the subtle difference in water absorption, requiring laboratory testing for precise classification; also distinct from 690730 (mosaic cubes) and 690740 (finishing ceramics).
Products Classified Under 6907.21
Trade Overview
Italy, Spain, and China are leading exporters, while the USA, Germany, and Saudi Arabia are major importers of these high-quality, low-absorption tiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 690721?
HS code 690721 covers: Ceramic tiles; flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%. This HS code specifies high-performance ceramic tiles, flags, and paving with an extremely low water absorption coefficient (not over 0.5%). These are typically porcelain tiles, renowned for their exceptional density, hardness, and resistance to frost, stains, and heavy wear. They are highly sought after for both indoor and outdoor applications in high-traffic commercial, industrial, and residential settings. Major importers and exporters include large-scale tile distributors, architectural project suppliers, and luxury home builders. Key attributes include their frost resistance, high breaking strength, suitability for demanding environments, and often rectified edges that allow for minimal grout lines, contributing to a sleek, modern aesthetic and superior hygiene.
What products fall under HS code 690721?
Glazed porcelain tiles, unglazed porcelain tiles, polished porcelain tiles, rectified porcelain floor tiles, outdoor porcelain pavers, technical porcelain tiles, full-body porcelain tiles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 690721?
Often confused with 690722 or 690723 due to the subtle difference in water absorption, requiring laboratory testing for precise classification; also distinct from 690730 (mosaic cubes) and 690740 (finishing ceramics).
How is HS code 690721 structured?
HS code 690721 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.