Porcelain Tile from China: AD/CVD Duty Calculator
Chinese porcelain tile triggers one of the heaviest duty stacks in US trade: 137.27% antidumping plus 358.81% countervailing plus 25% Section 301. Calculate the full landed cost and see where Vietnam, India, and Italy actually land.
⚠️ This calculation includes anti-dumping/countervailing duties. Final rates depend on supplier scope rulings and current Federal Register decisions. Not legal or customs advice. Verify with USITC and a licensed customs broker before committing. Methodology →
The US antidumping and countervailing duty order on ceramic and porcelain tile from China became effective June 1, 2020 after the International Trade Commission found that subsidized Chinese imports were materially injuring the US tile industry. The Department of Commerce continued the order on March 2, 2026 after a 5-year sunset review confirmed dumping would resume if the order were revoked. The all-others combined rate is 496.08 percent: 137.27 percent antidumping plus 358.81 percent countervailing. Section 301 List 3 stacks another 25 percent on top, plus the standard 8.5 percent column-one duty under HTS 6907.21. Total effective duty exceeds 525 percent of FOB value for most exporters. At those rates, even China's $3 to $5 per square foot FOB advantage evaporates by the time the container clears customs. Most US buyers source from Vietnam, India, Italy, Spain, or Mexico instead. Run your specific FOB through the calculator to see the side-by-side per-square-foot landed cost.
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That's 530% of FOB. Total landed: $62,958.
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| Country | FOB range | Standard duty | Estimated landed | Per unit | Savings vs China |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $4–$9/sqft | 8.5% | $7,053 | $7.05 | $55,906 |
| India | $5–$10/sqft | 8.5% | $8,138 | $8.14 | $54,821 |
| Mexico | $7–$13/sqft | 0% (USMCA) | $10,000 | $10.00 | $52,958 |
Total Chinese duty exposure: 530% of FOB
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Total duties on Chinese porcelain tile reach 530% of FOB. Verify the supplier-specific cash deposit rate at USITC before committing.
Vietnam: FOB $4–$9/sqft. Estimated savings vs China: $55,906.
India: FOB $5–$10/sqft. Estimated savings vs China: $54,821.
Mexico: FOB $7–$13/sqft. Estimated savings vs China: $52,958.
Cash deposit rates are exporter-specific. New exporters can request individual rates. Always verify with USITC or a licensed customs broker before shipping.
- Active AD/CVD scope orders apply to this material — total duties typically exceed 200% of FOB.
- Section 301 List 3 adds 25% on top for Chinese-origin goods.
- Cash deposit rates are exporter-specific. Verify with USITC before committing capital.
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| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| FOB China value | $10,000 |
| Anti-dumping duty Federal Register: 2020-06-01 (continued 2026-03-02) | $13,727 |
| Countervailing duty | $35,881 |
| Section 301 (List 3) | $2,500 |
| Standard duty HTS 6907.21 | $850 |
| Total effective landed (China) | $62,958 |
| Per sqft (China) | $63 |
Vietnam at FOB $4 to $9 per sqft is typically the lowest landed cost. Standard 8.5% duty, no Section 301, no AD/CVD.
Italy at FOB $14 to $30 per sqft is the premium-design alternative. Same 8.5% duty but premium positioning offsets the price.
Mexico under USMCA qualifies for 0% duty with origin certificate. FOB $7 to $13 per sqft.
Methodology and data sources
Rates come from the most recent Federal Register continuation orders (2024 to 2026) for ceramic and porcelain tile, quartz surface products, and wooden cabinets and vanities from China. Section 301 List 3 follows USTR rules (plus 25 percent on most building materials). Standard duty comes from the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 at HTS 6907.21 (tile), 6810.99 (quartz), and 9403.40 (cabinets and vanities).
Alternative-country FOB ranges are anonymised midpoints from Q1 to Q2 2026 quotes collected from Nexo verified suppliers across Vietnam, India, Mexico, Italy, Spain, and Indonesia. Mexico is computed at 0 percent duty under USMCA where the rule of origin is satisfied.
CRITICAL: Cash deposit rates are exporter-specific. The calculator uses the "all-others rate" published in each continuation order. Confirm the supplier-specific cash deposit rate at USITC, or work with a licensed customs broker, before committing capital. Estimates are NOT legal or customs advice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current antidumping rate on porcelain tile from China?
The all-others antidumping rate is 137.27 percent, the countervailing rate is 358.81 percent, combined 496.08 percent. These are the rates published in the March 2, 2026 continuation order, current through the next administrative review.
Which exporters have lower antidumping rates on porcelain tile?
Some Chinese exporters secured individual lower rates during the original investigation. Cooperative exporters typically got combined rates between 70 and 200 percent. Non-cooperative exporters and the PRC-wide entity got the highest rates. Confirm your supplier specific rate at USITC before committing to any purchase.
What HTS codes are subject to porcelain tile antidumping?
HTS chapters 6907.21, 6907.22, 6907.30, and 6907.40 cover glazed and unglazed porcelain tile of various sizes. The scope language in the original order covers tile with water absorption coefficient under 0.5 percent.
Can I import Chinese porcelain tile through Vietnam to avoid the duty?
No. Transshipment to disguise Chinese origin is illegal under 19 USC 1592 and triggers seizure, criminal penalties, and personal liability for officers. CBP actively investigates transshipment via Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia for tile. Source from genuine non-Chinese factories with verifiable origin documentation.
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