Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile with Rigid Core
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) tiles with a rigid expanded polymer core, typically made from stone plastic composite (SPC), feature a printed vinyl layer and wear layer for durability. These tiles are classified under tariff item 3918.10.90 as other floor coverings of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | +50.0% | 56.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 39181090; Starts With 39181090; Equal To 3918109010; Equal To 3918109020; Equal To 3918109031; Equal To 3918109039; Equal To 3918109090; Equal To 3918109010; Equal To 3918109020; Equal To 3918109031; Equal To 3918109039; Equal To 3918109090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the planks have a textile backing layer
LVP with felt or fabric backing may be classified under this sibling tariff item for textile-combined coverings.
If the planks are supplied as continuous sheets without a click-lock system
Non-cellular PVC sheets may fall under this heading if not presented as floor coverings.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the planks are not self-adhesive and are in tile or roll form
• Provide documentation showing the vinyl chloride polymer content predominates
• Be prepared to demonstrate the product is a floor covering, not a general plastic sheet
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