Vinyl Kitchen Backsplash Wall Covering with Polyester Mesh from Japan
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.
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
• Include detailed layer composition breakdown showing PVC dominance over 70% weight
• Label as 'wall covering' not 'backsplash tile' to prevent misclassification as flooring or builders' ware