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Vinyl Impregnated Wallcovering Paper

Rolls of paper impregnated with vinyl polymers for use as wallcoverings, providing durability and printability for decorative interiors. HTS 4811.90.90.80 covers this impregnated paper in rolls, distinct from plain wallcovering grounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4814.20.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If ready for direct use as wallpaper

Wallpaper and similar wallcoverings ready for hanging fall in 4814, not coated base paper.

3904.61.00Higher: 43.3% vs 37.5%

If predominantly plastic material

High vinyl content may classify as polymers of vinyl chloride if paper is subsidiary.

4811.51.40.00Same rate: 37.5%

If bleached and weighing >150 g/m²

Bleached coated paper in specific weights moves to 4811.51 subheading.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document impregnation process and vinyl content percentage to confirm it qualifies as impregnated under 4811

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as finished wallpaper if printed motifs dominate, which shifts to Chapter 49

• Ensure rolls exceed rectangular sheet sizes typical for retail to stay in 4811 rolls category