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PVC Woven Fabric Wall Panel Liner from Japan

A PVC-based wall liner featuring a woven textile backing, used under paint or panels for smooth surfaces. Classified in HTS 3918.10.4010 as a ceiling or wall covering of vinyl chloride with woven textile fiber backing. Its roll format and adhesive compatibility align with chapter note 9 definitions.

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

• Document the predominance of vinyl chloride monomer (over 95%) via polymer analysis to comply with subheading note (a)

• Label as 'not for flooring' to prevent misclassification

• Common pitfall: incomplete backing specs leading to customs holds