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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of plastic floor, wall & ceiling coverings (SITC 89331) totaled $297.9M in April 2026, traded with 52 countries.
Importers of Plastic Floor, Wall & Ceiling Coverings paid $42.2M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $274.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPlastic floor coverings — whether sold in rolls or as individual tiles, self-adhesive or not — along with plastic wall and ceiling coverings, serve the residential renovation, commercial fit-out, and hospitality sectors as cost-effective alternatives to ceramic or textile surfaces. The self-adhesive versus non-adhesive distinction, as well as the roll versus tile format, can affect both classification and pricing strategy. Section 301 tariffs apply to shipments from China, which has historically been a dominant supplier of luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and vinyl plank flooring, prompting many importers to evaluate sourcing from Southeast Asian alternatives.
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Under the SITC heading 89331, self-adhesive and non-self-adhesive plastic floor coverings are grouped together, so the adhesive feature alone does not shift the SITC classification. However, at the HTS 10-digit level, specific tariff lines may distinguish between formats, and a customs broker should confirm the precise subheading based on product specifications.
Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin vinyl flooring have led many importers to shift sourcing to Vietnam, Cambodia, and other Southeast Asian countries. However, US Customs has scrutinized transshipment arrangements, so robust country-of-origin documentation and manufacturing records are essential to avoid penalties.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIETNAM | $126.0M | $47K | -$126.0M |
| THAILAND | $62.7M | $645K | -$62.1M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $46.3M | $116K | -$46.1M |
| CANADA | $6.7M | $12.5M | +$5.8M |
| MEXICO | $14.5M | $1.6M | -$12.9M |
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