Vinyl Wallpaper with Polyester Backing from Canada
Self-adhesive vinyl wallpaper made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers with a backing of polyester textile fibers, designed for interior wall decoration. It falls under HTS 3918.10.32.50 as a wall covering of vinyl chloride polymers backed with man-made fibers, not specifically excluded. The PVC layer provides durability and moisture resistance while the polyester backing ensures easy application.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the PVC polymer content exceeds 95% by weight per subheading notes to avoid reclassification; obtain mill test certificates for fiber backing composition
• Ensure 'wall covering' definition under note 9 is met by documenting non-porous PVC surface
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls in decorative finishes