Roofing tiles Hs Code

Roofing tiles harmonized system code

Product Overview Roofing tiles classified under HS Code 690510 are ceramic roof coverings primarily composed of fired clay or similar ceramic materials. These tiles exhibit high durability, dimensional stability, and resistance to weathering, making them suitable for long-term roofing applications. Typically, these tiles have standardized dimensions ranging from 200 mm to 400 mm in length and 150 mm to 300 mm in width, with thicknesses between 8 mm and 15 mm, depending on the specific product type. Processing involves shaping, drying, and firing at temperatures exceeding 1000°C to achieve optimal mechanical strength and water impermeability. The HS Code 690510 encompasses glazed and unglazed roofing tiles, including interlocking and flat tile variants. Their primary commercial applications span residential, commercial, and industrial roofing systems, providing protective, aesthetic, and thermal insulation functions. These tiles are widely utilized in construction projects, restoration works, and architectural designs worldwide. Market positioning emphasizes their compliance with international quality standards such as ISO 13006 for ceramic tiles, ensuring reliability and cost-efficiency in diverse climatic conditions. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The HS Code 690510 falls under Chapter 69 (Ceramic products), Heading 6905 (Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, and other constructional ceramic goods), with subheading 10 specifically designating roofing tiles. This classification is based on the material composition (ceramic) and the functional application (roofing). Proper classification ensures conformity with WTO nomenclature and facilitates accurate customs declarations. Trade considerations for roofing tiles include packaging in sturdy wooden crates or pallets with protective wrapping to prevent breakage during transit. Tiles are often stacked with spacers to minimize friction and damage. Preservation methods focus on moisture control and impact resistance to maintain product integrity. Shipping requirements mandate compliance with International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) regulations concerning packaging weight and stability. Quality standards referenced include ISO 13006 (ceramic tiles) and relevant ASTM specifications for roofing materials, ensuring uniform size, strength (typically ≥ 15 MPa modulus of rupture), and water absorption rates below 10%. These parameters are critical for customs inspections, import/export compliance, and end-use performance verification.

Roofing tiles Chapter Note

1.- This Chapter applies only to ceramic products which have been fired after shaping : (a) Headings 69.04 to 69.14 apply only to such products other than those classifiable in headings 69.01 to 69.03; (b) Articles heated to temperatures less than 800 °C for purposes such as curing of resins, accelerating hydration reactions, or for the removal of water or other volatile components, are not considered to be fired. Such articles are excluded from Chapter 69; and (c) Ceramic articles are obtained by firing inorganic, non-metallic materials which have been prepared and shaped previously at, in general, room temperature. Raw materials comprise, inter alia, clays, siliceous materials including fused silica, materials with a high melting point, such as oxides, carbides, nitrides, graphite or other carbon, and in some cases binders such as refractory clays or phosphates. 2.- This Chapter does not cover : (a) Products of heading 28.44; (b) Articles of heading 68.04; (c) Articles of Chapter 71 (for example, imitation jewellery); (d) Cermets of heading 81.13; (e) Articles of Chapter 82; (f) Electrical insulators (heading 85.46) or fittings of insulating material of heading 85.47; (g) Artificial teeth (heading 90.21); (h) Articles of Chapter 91 (for example, clocks and clock cases); (ij) Articles of Chapter 94 (for example, furniture, luminaires and lighting fittings, prefabricated buildings); (k) Articles of Chapter 95 (for example, toys, games and sports requisites); (l) Articles of heading 96.06 (for example, buttons) or of heading 96.14 (for example, smoking pipes); or (m) Articles of Chapter 97 (for example, works of art).