Acoustic Vinyl Ceiling Tiles with Polyester scrim Backing from Japan
Sound-absorbing ceiling tiles of vinyl chloride (>70% plastics) laminated to polyester scrim textile backing for suspension systems. HTS 3918.10.31.50 per polymer notes for high-plastic content with man-made backing in ceiling coverings. Used in recording studios and theaters.
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
• Test for acoustic ratings and plastic %; discrepancies trigger reclassification to Chapter 39 other
• Specify 'ceiling covering' in invoices to distinguish from flooring under same heading