Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) 12x24 Inch
Luxury vinyl tile flooring featuring a 12x24 inch size with a printed design mimicking hardwood, made primarily from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers. Classified under HTS 3918.10.1040 as 'other' vinyl tile floor coverings of PVC polymers, not self-adhesive, in tile form per note 9 to Chapter 39 defining plastic floor coverings. Exceeds 95% PVC content by weight, distinguishing it from copolymers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If self-adhesive
Self-adhesive vinyl tiles shift to 3918.10.1100 as the hierarchy specifies self-adhesive floor coverings separately from non-adhesive 'other' tiles.
If not exceeding 95% PVC monomer content
Per subheading note (a)(4), copolymers or blends where PVC does not predominate classify under 'other' plastic articles of Chapter 39 like 3926.90 for fittings.
If ceramic-coated or glazed
Surface-coated PVC tiles resembling ceramic may fall under Chapter 69 for glazed ceramic flags/tiles if the ceramic layer predominates functionally.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify PVC polymer content exceeds 95% by weight via lab testing to confirm classification under vinyl chloride polymers per subheading note (a)
• Provide detailed technical specs including thickness, wear layer, and backing material; common pitfall is misclassifying as wall coverings (3925.90)
• Ensure tiles meet fire ratings and VOC standards for U.S. commercial use; retain mill test reports for CBP review
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