Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile with Rigid Core from Germany
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring tile featuring a rigid expanded polymer core, typically made from stone plastic composite (SPC), topped with a printed vinyl layer and wear layer for durability. Classified under HTS 3918.10.1030 as vinyl tile with the specific rigid expanded core described in statistical note 2 to chapter 39. Ideal for residential and commercial flooring due to its water resistance and stability.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify the core meets statistical note 2 criteria for rigid expanded polymer to avoid reclassification; require supplier certification of vinyl chloride polymer content over 95% per subheading notes
• Ensure thickness and dimensional stability documentation for customs valuation