Commercial Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) 12x12 Inch
Standard 12x12 inch vinyl composition tile (VCT) for high-traffic commercial floors, composed mainly of PVC binder with fillers like limestone. Falls under HTS 3918.10.1040 as 'other' PVC vinyl tile floor coverings, in tile form, meeting Chapter 39 note 9 for plastic floor coverings with PVC polymer >95%.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in rolls over 38.1 cm wide
Floor coverings in rolls classify under 3918.10.2000, distinct from tiles; note 9 excludes roll-form from tile subheadings.
If for retail packs under 38.1x45.7 cm
Per US note to 3921, small retail plastic sheets/plates shift there if not specifically floor coverings.
If imported as unfinished PVC sheets for later tiling
Unprocessed PVC polymer sheets for further fabrication classify in 3904 as polymers, not finished floor coverings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document filler content (e.g
• calcium carbonate <5% affecting polymer weight) to prove PVC predominance per subheading note
• Avoid classifying as rolls (3918.10.2000); tiles must be pre-cut squares—measure and photo document shipments
• Check for U.S. floor score certification; CBP often audits imported VCT for phthalate content under TSCA
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