Vinyl Wallpaper with Textile Backing from China
Self-adhesive vinyl wallpaper made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers with a woven textile fiber backing for durability and easy installation on walls. Classified under HTS 3918.10.4050 as wall coverings of PVC polymers featuring a textile backing, distinguishing it from simpler plastic films. Meets chapter note 9 definition for plastic wall coverings designed for permanent surface application.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify PVC polymer content exceeds 95% per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid reclassification; provide lab tests confirming textile backing composition
• Ensure Note 9 compliance by documenting surface-covering intent, not mere decoration
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls on bulk rolls exceeding 38.1cm width