Rigid Core Vinyl Tile for Commercial Use from Japan
Commercial-grade vinyl tile with rigid expanded polymer core (SPC), designed for high-traffic areas like offices and retail spaces, featuring enhanced wear layers and click-lock installation. Falls under HTS 3918.10.1030 due to its vinyl chloride polymer composition and rigid core per statistical note 2. Provides superior dent resistance and waterproofing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab test reports confirming polymer core expansion and rigidity; watch for undervaluation penalties on high-volume commercial shipments
• Label clearly as 'vinyl floor tile' to prevent misclassification as general plastic sheets