Product classification
HS code for Ceramic filler tiles: 6904.90
Ceramic flooring blocks, supports or filler tiles and the like (excluding building bricks).
Classification of ceramic filler tiles under HS 6904.90
Ceramic filler tiles and flooring blocks are classified under HS code 6904.90. This code is part of Heading 6904, which encompasses ceramic building bricks and structural components. While 6904.10 is dedicated to standard building bricks, the subheading 6904.90 serves as the classification for "other" structural ceramic items, specifically flooring blocks, support tiles, and filler tiles. These products are distinct from decorative floor tiles; they are structural elements used in the construction of floors and ceilings, often designed to fit between joists or to provide a base for concrete pours. The classification is based on the product's function as a load-bearing or space-filling component in a building's framework. These items are typically made of fired clay and are engineered for strength and thermal properties rather than aesthetic appeal. By placing these under 6904.90, the Harmonized System differentiates between the bricks used for vertical walls and the specialized ceramic shapes used for horizontal structural spans. This distinction is vital for ensuring that structural ceramic components are not confused with either decorative finishing materials or standard masonry bricks.
- Covers
- Ceramic flooring blocks for joist systems
- Ceramic filler tiles for structural slabs
- Support tiles for ceiling construction
- Ceramic hourdis (hollow blocks for floor slabs)
- Structural ceramic elements for ribbed floors
- Non-decorative ceramic blocks for horizontal masonry
- Also under 6904.90
- Specialized terracotta blocks for vaulted ceilings
- ceramic infill panels
- prefabricated ceramic floor systems
Codes often confused with 6904.90
Common mistake. Ceramic filler tiles are most commonly misclassified under HS code 6907, which covers ceramic flags and paving, hearth, or wall tiles. The distinction is that 6907 tiles are surface finishes (aesthetic), while 6904.90 items are structural (functional). They are also sometimes confused with 6904.10 (building bricks), but bricks are generally defined by their use in walls, whereas filler tiles are used in floor or ceiling assemblies. Finally, they should not be confused with 6810, which covers similar items made of concrete or cement rather than fired ceramic.
Top exporters and importers of HS 690490 (the code used for ceramic filler tiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 690490 (the code used for ceramic filler tiles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 85% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Togo, with about 6.7% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 690490, not only ceramic filler tiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $974M 85% of world exports
- 2 Mozambique $30M 2.6% of world exports
- 3 Germany $21M 1.8% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Togo* ~$36M 6.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Hong Kong $31M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$26M 4.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $539M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for ceramic filler tiles
Brazil classifies ceramic filler tiles under NCM 6904.90.00: HS 6904.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic filler tiles
What is the HS code for Ceramic filler tiles?
The HS code for Ceramic filler tiles is 690490 (Ceramic flooring blocks, supports or filler tiles and the like (excluding building bricks)). The HS code for ceramic filler tiles and flooring blocks is 6904.90, covering structural ceramic components other than bricks.
How do I classify Ceramic filler tiles for customs?
Ceramic filler tiles is classified under HS code 690490 — Ceramic flooring blocks, supports or filler tiles and the like (excluding building bricks). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are these the same as ceramic floor tiles?
No, ceramic floor tiles used for decoration or surface protection are classified under 6907. Filler tiles under 6904.90 are structural components hidden within the floor or ceiling assembly.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic filler tiles (HS 690490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 690490 (the code used for ceramic filler tiles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($974M, 85% of world exports), Mozambique ($30M) and Germany ($21M). World exports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of ceramic filler tiles (HS 690490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 690490 (the code used for ceramic filler tiles) in UN Comtrade data were Togo (about $36M, 6.7% of world imports), Hong Kong ($31M) and Vietnam (about $26M). World imports came to about $539M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Ceramic filler tiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 690490 for Ceramic filler tiles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for ceramic filler tiles in Brazil?
In Brazil, ceramic filler tiles (HS 690490) is classified under NCM 6904.90.00.