Acoustic Vinyl Tile 20x20 Inch from Japan
20x20 inch acoustic vinyl tile with foam backing for noise reduction in offices, PVC top layer predominant. Under 3918.10.1040 as other PVC polymer floor covering tiles.
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
• Quantify foam backing weight vs PVC; must not dilute PVC predominance under subheading note
• Test NRC ratings for customs value adjustments if marketed as specialty
• Avoid 'ceiling tile' labeling per note 9 floor-only scope