Rigid Core Vinyl Tile with IXPE Underlay
Rigid Core Vinyl Tile with IXPE Underlay is a flooring tile with an attached IXPE foam underlay and a rigid polymer core, made from PVC polymers for integrated sound reduction in apartments. It falls under tariff item 3918.10.90 as a floor covering of polymers of vinyl chloride, not combined with textile materials.
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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Alternative Classifications
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If the underlay is made of textile materials
This sibling tariff item applies to wall or ceiling coverings combined with textiles, which would cover the tile if the IXPE underlay is replaced with a nonwoven or felt layer.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the IXPE underlay is not a textile material, as this would shift classification to the sibling tariff item
• Ensure the primary function is as a floor covering of PVC
• Provide product specifications showing the PVC content and underlay composition for CBSA
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