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PVC Wallpaper Roll

A roll of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) wallpaper designed for wall covering, featuring printed patterns and adhesive backing. It falls under HTS 3918.90.5000 as a wall covering of other plastics (PVC), not self-adhesive vinyl tiles or floor coverings, per note 9 to Chapter 39 defining plastic wall coverings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+37.5%41.7%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3918.10.10Higher: 42.8% vs 41.7%

If made of polymers primarily of vinyl chloride

Vinyl chloride polymers (PVC) ≥95% are classified in the specific PVC subheading 3918.10, not 'other plastics' per Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.

3920.49.00Higher: 43.3% vs 41.7%

If in rigid sheets or plates rather than flexible covering

Rigid PVC sheets for walls fall under plates/sheets of other plastics in 3920, while flexible coverings specifically go to 3918.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 41.7%

If imported as finished decorative panels with frames

Assembled wall panels or fittings of plastic are 'other articles' in 3926, not raw coverings per heading 3918 scope.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify PVC composition meets 'other plastics' criteria; provide lab tests showing predominant vinyl chloride monomer (>95% per subheading notes)

• Include installation instructions and pattern specifications in documentation to avoid misclassification as floor coverings

• Check for restricted phthalate plasticizers in PVC; common pitfall is failing REACH-like compliance for consumer wall products