HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3918.90 – 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
HS code 3918.90 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for polypropylene interlocking floor tiles, polyethylene wall protection panels, plastic laminate flooring (with non-PVC wear layer), synthetic turf backing and specialized cleanroom wall panels.
What HS 3918.90 covers
This HS code covers floor, wall, or ceiling coverings made from plastics *other than* polymers of vinyl chloride (PVC), supplied in rolls or tiles, and can be self-adhesive or not. This category includes coverings made from polymers like polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), or other specialized plastics, offering properties such as enhanced chemical resistance, specific aesthetic finishes, or lightweight characteristics. These products find niche applications in areas where PVC might not be suitable, such as certain industrial environments, specialized commercial spaces, or for specific design requirements. Importers and exporters include specialized building material suppliers and manufacturers catering to diverse construction needs.
- Covers
- Polypropylene interlocking floor tiles
- Polyethylene wall protection panels
- Plastic laminate flooring (with non-PVC wear layer)
- Synthetic turf backing
- Specialized cleanroom wall panels
- Plastic ceiling tiles (non-PVC)
- PETG wall coverings
- Examples
- Swisstrax garage floor tiles (PP)
- Nudo FRP panels (fiberglass reinforced plastic)
- certain plastic laminate flooring (top layer not PVC)
- polyethylene wall guards
Codes often confused with 3918.90
Common mistake. The crucial distinction is 'excluding polymers of vinyl chloride', making it separate from 391810. It's for plastic coverings not made of PVC.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 391890, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 391890 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.8% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.9B 74% of world exports
- 2 Germany $104M 4.0% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$83M 3.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $166M 8.8% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $124M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $98M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 3918.90
Brazil does not split HS 3918.90: its NCM code is 3918.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.18 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3918.90
What is HS code 391890?
HS code 391890 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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. This HS code covers floor, wall, or ceiling coverings made from plastics *other than* polymers of vinyl chloride (PVC), supplied in rolls or tiles, and can be self-adhesive or not. This category includes coverings made from polymers like polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), or other specialized plastics, offering properties such as enhanced chemical resistance, specific aesthetic finishes, or lightweight characteristics. These products find niche applications in areas where PVC might not be suitable, such as certain industrial environments, specialized commercial spaces, or for specific design requirements. Importers and exporters include specialized building material suppliers and manufacturers catering to diverse construction needs.
What products fall under HS code 391890?
Polypropylene interlocking floor tiles, polyethylene wall protection panels, plastic laminate flooring (with non-PVC wear layer), synthetic turf backing, specialized cleanroom wall panels, plastic ceiling tiles (non-PVC), PETG wall coverings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 391890?
The crucial distinction is 'excluding polymers of vinyl chloride', making it separate from 391810. It's for plastic coverings not made of PVC.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 391890?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 391890 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.9B, 74% of world exports), Germany ($104M) and Vietnam (about $83M). World exports came to about $2.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 391890?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 391890 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($166M, 8.8% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($124M) and Germany ($98M). World imports came to about $1.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 391890 structured?
HS code 391890 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 391890?
In Brazil, HS code 391890 is NCM 3918.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.