Ceramic roofing tiles

HS code 690510 covers ceramic roofing tiles, an essential component of many building and construction projects worldwide. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader construction sector, providing durable and aesthetically pleasing roofing solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Ceramic roofing tiles are valued for their longevity, weather resistance, and ability to enhance the overall appearance of a building.

The production of ceramic roofing tiles typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials such as clay, sand, and various mineral additives are carefully selected and mixed. The mixture is then shaped into the desired tile form, often through extrusion or pressing methods. The tiles are then dried and fired in high-temperature kilns, which fuse the materials and give the tiles their characteristic hardness and durability. Finally, the tiles may undergo additional finishing processes, such as glazing or surface treatments, to enhance their appearance and performance.

The main inputs required for the production of ceramic roofing tiles include clay, sand, and various mineral additives. These raw materials are essential for the composition and structural integrity of the tiles. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as extruders, presses, and high-temperature kilns, to shape, dry, and fire the tiles. Energy sources, such as natural gas or electricity, are also crucial for the firing and drying processes.

The primary output of the ceramic roofing tiles industry is, of course, the roofing tiles themselves. These tiles are then consumed by the 441810 Construction of buildings and 439900 Specialized construction activities industries, where they are used in the construction and renovation of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The ceramic roofing tiles produced under HS code 690510 may also be used in conjunction with other roofing materials, such as 680610 Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and 680800 Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and similar articles of vegetable fiber, of straw or of shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders.