Rubberized Textile Carpet Tiles
Modular carpet tiles featuring a rubber coating applied to a textile backing for durability and easy installation in office spaces. Classified under HTS 5904.90.90.00 as 'other' floor coverings with a coating on textile backing, distinct from linoleum. The cut-to-shape tiles interlock for seamless coverage.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily rubber-coated and meets rubberized fabric weight criteria
Rubberized textile fabrics under specific weight or composition rules shift to heading 5906.
If considered tufted carpets rather than coated backing
Tufted or flocked carpets on textile backings without significant coating classify in Chapter 57.
If predominantly plastic/rubber with minimal textile
Floor coverings where textile is secondary to plastic/rubber matrix fall under Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact weight per square meter and material composition to distinguish from heading 5906 rubberized fabrics
• Include installation guides and adhesive specs; ensure tiles meet VOC emission standards for indoor use
• Watch for reclassification if backing weight exceeds 1500 g/m² without >50% textile content
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