HS Code 3918Floor coverings of plastics, self-adhesive or not, in rolls or tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, in rolls of a width not less than 45cm
2 six-digit codes · Heading 18 of 26 in Chapter 39 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 3918 covers plastic floor coverings, plus wall and ceiling coverings made of plastic. They come in rolls or tiles, and they may or may not be self-adhesive.
Heading 3918 splits exactly two ways. Goods answering to “Floor coverings of plastics, self-adhesive or not, in rolls or tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, in rolls of a width not less than 45cm” classify either at 391810 or at 391890, and the wording in the table below is the whole of what separates them. The heading is number 18 of 26 in Chapter 39, Plastics and articles thereof, which runs to 131 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 3918
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 391810 | Floor, wall or ceiling coverings; of polymers of vinyl chloride, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles |
| 391890 | Floor, wall or ceiling coverings; of plastics (excluding polymers of vinyl chloride), whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles |
What HS code 3918 covers
Think of anything you walk on or hang on a wall that is made of plastic and sold as a flat covering. Vinyl flooring rolls, plastic floor tiles and plastic wall coverings all belong here.
Three tests decide whether a product fits. It must cover a floor, a wall or a ceiling. It must come in rolls or as tiles. A wall or ceiling roll must also be at least 45cm wide.
Self-adhesive does not matter for this heading. A floor tile with a sticky back and a tile without one are both read under 3918. That surprises many people, which is why the next sections matter.
HS code for PVC vinyl flooring: 391810 or 391890?
The two six-digit codes differ by one thing only: the type of plastic. Work through these questions in order.
- Is the product a floor, wall or ceiling covering in rolls or tiles? If not, it is not in 3918.
- Is it a wall or ceiling roll? Then check the width rule from the section above.
- Is the plastic PVC? Vinyl flooring rolls and PVC floor tiles go to 391810.
- Is it any other plastic? Then use 391890, which leaves PVC out.
3918 vs 3919, 3921, 3925 and 3904
Several nearby headings sound alike. Most mix-ups come from the word self-adhesive or the word sheet.
Heading 3919 covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape and strip, in rolls or not. Heading 3918 is for coverings. A sticky plastic tape or a plain adhesive film is a flat shape, so it belongs to 3919.
Heading 3921 is the catch-all for plain plastic sheet material. That is a raw material, not a finished covering. Heading 3920 follows the same idea for sheet material that is not self-adhesive. Heading 3925 is for builders' wares of plastics that are named nowhere else, so check it if your item is a building fitting rather than a covering.
Heading 3904 is different again. It holds vinyl chloride polymers in primary forms, such as raw resin. That is the material used to make PVC flooring, not the flooring itself. Once it is made into a covering, it moves to 391810.
HS 3918 import and export data: buyers and suppliers
Once you know the right code, the next question is who trades it. EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo.
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Begin with the import data or export data pages. Then use the buyer data and supplier data pages to look for companies that deal in plastic floor coverings.
Related
- Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof
- HS 3919 self-adhesive plastic sheets and tape
- HS 3921 plastic plates and sheets
- HS 3925 builders' wares of plastics
- HS 3904 vinyl chloride polymers
- HS 3920 plastic film and sheet
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Nearby headings in Chapter 39
- 3912Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms6 codes
- 3913Natural polymers (e.g. alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (e.g.…2 codes
- 3914Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary…1 code
- 3915Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics4 codes
- 3916Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks…3 codes
- 3917Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows…10 codes
- 3919Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes…2 codes
- 3920Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive)…19 codes
- 3921Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 396 codes
- 3922Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory…3 codes
- 3923Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps…7 codes
- 3924Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet…2 codes
Who ships under 3918?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 2 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section VII: Plastics and Rubber, and Articles Thereof, chapters 39–40.
HS Code 3918: common questions
What is HS code 3918?
It is a four-digit customs heading in Chapter 39 for plastic coverings that go on floors, walls or ceilings.
What is the HS code for PVC vinyl flooring?
PVC vinyl flooring in rolls or tiles goes under 391810.
What is the difference between 391810 and 391890?
The plastic decides. 391810 is for PVC coverings, and 391890 is for coverings made of any other plastic.
Are self-adhesive plastic floor tiles classified under 3918 or 3919?
They go under 3918. A sticky back does not change the heading, because the heading allows both kinds. Heading 3919 fits tape and film that are not coverings.
Do plastic wall coverings fall under HS 3918?
Yes, when they are plastic wall or ceiling coverings in rolls of the right width.
How can I find importers and exporters of HS 3918?
Use the data section on this page as your starting point. It leads to the buyer data and supplier data pages.
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