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 over 10%

HS v2022 Code: 690723

About 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 over 10%

HS code 690723 covers a wide range of ceramic tiles, flags, and paving materials used in construction and home improvement projects. These tiles are characterized by a water absorption coefficient over 10% by weight, making them suitable for various indoor and outdoor applications. The ceramic tile industry plays a crucial role in the global construction sector, providing essential building materials that contribute to the functionality and aesthetics of residential, commercial, and industrial structures.

Production process

The production of ceramic tiles under HS code 690723 typically involves several key steps. Raw materials such as clay, feldspar, and quartz are carefully selected and processed through grinding, mixing, and forming processes. The shaped tiles are then dried and fired in high-temperature kilns, which fuse the materials and give the tiles their desired properties. Glazing and surface finishing techniques may be applied to enhance the tiles' appearance and performance characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ceramic tiles under HS code 690723 include raw materials such as 2508 Natural clays, 2529 Feldspar, and 2506 Quartz. Additionally, specialized machinery for grinding, mixing, forming, drying, and firing the tiles is essential. Energy sources, such as natural gas or electricity, are necessary to power the high-temperature kilns used in the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the ceramic tile industry under HS code 690723 are the tiles themselves, which are used in a variety of construction and home improvement applications. These tiles may be consumed by industries such as 4330 Building construction, 4390 Other specialized construction activities, and 4520 Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles. The tiles produced under this code can be used for flooring, wall cladding, paving, and other architectural and design purposes.

Revisions to 690723

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 690723. The most recent 1 version of this code (690723) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 690723.

Family tree for 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 over 10%

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/69'>69: Ceramic products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6907'>6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/690723'>690723: 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 over 10%</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/690721'>690721: 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%</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/690722'>690722: 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 over 0.5% but not over 10%</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/690730'>690730: Mosaic cubes and the like, other than those of subheading 6907.40</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/690740'>690740: Finishing ceramics</a>"]

    

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