PVC Coated Backing Paper for Floorcoverings

Glassine paper coated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) used as backing for vinyl floor tiles, in jumbo rolls. Classified HTS 4811.59.60.00 for plastic coating, not as finished flooring under Chapter 39.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3918.10.10Higher: 40.3% vs 35%

If PVC coating predominates and functions as primary floorcovering

Floor coverings of polymers where plastic is essential character go to 3918.

4804.19.00Same rate: 35%

If uncoated kraft-type paper used similarly

Base paper without plastic coating would be 4804 sack kraft or liner.

5907.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If textile-backed rather than paper-backed PVC

Textile coated with plastics shifts to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Clear photos and cross-sections showing paper as base material prevent Chapter 39 shift

β€’ Declare as 'coated paper' not 'flooring backing' to avoid end-use misclassification

β€’ Check for minimum coating thickness that might tip to plastics dominance