6904.10.00 - Building bricks

This HTS category, 6904.10.00, specifically covers building bricks made from ceramic materials. These are articles primarily designed and manufactured for construction purposes, forming the structural or decorative elements of buildings and other edifices. This includes items such as solid bricks used for walls, facades, and foundations, where the primary function is to build and support structures.

It is crucial to distinguish this specific classification from its sibling, 6904.90.00.00, which covers "Other" ceramic articles for construction. While both fall under the broader heading of ceramic products for building, 6904.10.00 is reserved for the distinct category of *building bricks*. Items classified under 6904.90.00.00 would encompass other ceramic items used in construction that do not meet the specific definition of a building brick, such as tiles for flooring or support elements that are not shaped and intended for masonry construction in the traditional sense.

Within this category, further distinctions are made based on the physical characteristics of the bricks. The subcategories for "Solid bricks" and "Hollow bricks" allow for a more precise classification based on whether the brick is perforated or not. This differentiation is important as the manufacturing process and potentially the structural performance can vary between solid and hollow configurations, leading to specific tariff treatments.