PVC Vinyl Wallpaper with Polyester Backing
Self-adhesive PVC vinyl wallpaper featuring a printed decorative surface and a backing composed primarily of polyester textile fibers. The plastic component exceeds 70% by weight of the total product, qualifying it under HTS 3918.10.31 as a wall covering of vinyl chloride polymers with man-made fiber backing. Commonly used in residential and commercial interiors for durable, easy-to-install wall decoration.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plastic content is 70% or less by weight
Lower plastic weight shifts classification to the subheading for coverings with ≤70% plastics but still PVC with man-made fiber backing.
If rigid or used primarily as floor covering
Rigid PVC panels or tiles for flooring fall under builders' ware rather than flexible wall/ceiling coverings.
If textile is predominant and coated only for protection
Textile wallcoverings with minimal PVC coating (under 70% plastics) are classified in Chapter 59 as coated textiles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify plastic content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing; maintain certificates for CBP verification
• Ensure accurate weight declarations for plastic vs. textile backing to avoid reclassification to 3918.10.32
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming vinyl chloride polymer base and man-made fiber composition
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Commercial Vinyl Ceiling Tile Covering with Nylon Backing
Drop-ceiling compatible vinyl covering tiles made from PVC polymers over 70% by weight, backed with durable nylon textile fabric for suspension systems. Meets HTS 3918.10.31 criteria as ceiling covering of vinyl chloride with man-made fiber backing. Ideal for office and retail space acoustic and aesthetic upgrades.
Acoustic PVC Wall Covering with Polyester Nonwoven Backing
Sound-absorbing PVC wall covering with micro-perforated vinyl surface over 70% by weight, laminated to polyester nonwoven textile backing. Classified HTS 3918.10.31 for vinyl chloride ceiling/wall coverings with man-made fiber backing. Used in recording studios, theaters, and conference rooms.
Vinyl Kitchen Backsplash Wall Covering with Polyester Mesh
Decorative vinyl wall covering designed for kitchen backsplashes, featuring a PVC film layer over 70% by weight with a polyester mesh textile backing for adhesion and durability. Classified under HTS 3918.10.31 due to its vinyl chloride polymer composition and man-made fiber backing. Provides moisture-resistant surface protection in high-traffic areas.
Self-Adhesive PVC Paneling with Polypropylene Textile Backing
Self-adhesive PVC wall paneling rolls with decorative patterns, consisting of over 70% plastics by weight and reinforced polypropylene woven textile backing. Falls under HTS 3918.10.31 as vinyl chloride wall covering with man-made fiber backing per chapter definitions. Popular for DIY bathroom and laundry room renovations.