How much duty do Chinese tiles pay?

Base duty is around 5%-7%, but a high anti-dumping duty can apply depending on the manufacturer. Check the TARIC additional code for that factory before buying.

How do I know if my supplier is subject to anti-dumping?

By checking the measure's regulation and its list of producers with individual rates, or asking your customs broker to simulate with the exact factory name.

Do all materials need CE marking?

Only those covered by a harmonised standard or European assessment document, but that includes most common structural and cladding materials.

Full container or groupage?

Almost always full container: heavy material is penalised in groupage and handling raises the breakage risk.

Duties by product

Import duties on building materials from China to Spain

This is where anti-dumping duties appear most. A tile or an aluminium profile can jump from a 5% duty to a far higher landed cost if the factory is subject to measures.

Updated: 9 September 2026

Written by the EC HolaHome team, based on real import operations from China into Spain and the EU.

1. Duty rates by family

Materials spread across several chapters and base rates are moderate, but each code needs checking.

Ceramic tiles (6907): around 5%-7% base duty.
Ceramic sanitaryware and taps (6910, 8481): 2.2% to 7%.
Aluminium profiles and structures (7604, 7610): around 6%-7.5%.
Steel products and hardware (chapter 73): typically 0% to 3.7%.

2. Anti-dumping: the price changer

The EU maintains anti-dumping measures on several Chinese materials. They add to the duty and depend on the specific factory, not only the product.

Chinese ceramic tiles: duties exceeding 60% of customs value for some producers.
Aluminium extrusions: measures in force with producer-specific rates.
The applicable rate follows the TARIC additional code assigned to the exporter.
Check the rate tied to that exact factory in TARIC before negotiating price.

TARIC consultation (European Commission)

3. CE marking and declaration of performance

Construction products covered by a harmonised standard need CE marking and a declaration of performance (DoP) before being placed on the market.

DoP issued by the manufacturer with tested essential characteristics.
Documented initial type testing and factory production control.
Example standards: EN 14411 for ceramic tiles, EN 1090 for steel structures.
Without a valid DoP the material cannot be installed on a Spanish site.

4. Logistics and quality of heavy materials

Building materials are heavy and bulky: load planning and inspection prevent most losses.

Containers that hit the weight limit before the volume limit: plan the load carefully.
Shade and calibre control on ceramics: mixing batches on site is a visible defect.
Proper pallets and strapping; transit breakage is not always covered by basic insurance.
Factory inspection verifying test reports and batch-to-DoP consistency.

Checklist

Before importing building materials

Checks that avoid duty and site surprises.

TARIC lookup of the code with the exact exporting factory name.
Anti-dumping measure and additional code verification.
Declaration of performance (DoP) and CE marking.
Test reports to the relevant harmonised standard.
Weight-based load plan and pallet protection.
Shade, calibre and batch control before shipment.

FAQ

Building materials: common questions

How much duty do Chinese tiles pay?: Base duty is around 5%-7%, but a high anti-dumping duty can apply depending on the manufacturer. Check the TARIC additional code for that factory before buying.
How do I know if my supplier is subject to anti-dumping?: By checking the measure's regulation and its list of producers with individual rates, or asking your customs broker to simulate with the exact factory name.
Do all materials need CE marking?: Only those covered by a harmonised standard or European assessment document, but that includes most common structural and cladding materials.
Full container or groupage?: Almost always full container: heavy material is penalised in groupage and handling raises the breakage risk.

Important notice

The rates shown are indicative and refer to common headings of the EU Common Customs Tariff. The final rate depends on the exact TARIC classification, the declared origin and the measures in force (anti-dumping, quotas or suspensions) on the date of clearance. Always check TARIC or ask your customs broker before committing to prices.

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