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U.S. imports of vulcanized rubber floor coverings & mats (HS 401691) totaled $14.6M in April 2026, traded with 48 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRubber flooring and matting — used in gyms, commercial kitchens, industrial walkways, and vehicle interiors — is classified here when made of vulcanized non-hard rubber and not further specified elsewhere. The heading resolves to a single US line (4016910000). Canada is the leading supplier to the US market, with India and China also prominent sources. Importers should be aware that rubber flooring marketed with antimicrobial or slip-resistance claims may attract additional scrutiny under EPA pesticide registration rules if the antimicrobial function is a selling point.
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Floor coverings of vulcanized rubber without a textile backing or with only a minor textile component classify under 401691. When the textile component is the essential character — for example, a rubber-backed carpet tile where the textile face dominates — the article may instead fall under Chapter 57 (carpets) or Chapter 59 (technical textiles). The relative weight, surface area, and commercial function of each component guide the classification decision.
If an antimicrobial agent is incorporated into the rubber and the product is marketed with public-health claims (e.g., 'kills bacteria'), EPA may require registration under FIFRA before the product can be sold in the US. Importers should confirm with their supplier whether any biocidal substance is present and, if so, verify EPA registration status prior to entry.
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