Product classification
HS code for Plastic flooring: 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.
Classification of plastic flooring under HS 3918.90
Plastic flooring, specifically those not made from polymers of vinyl chloride, is classified under HS code 3918.90. Heading 3918 covers floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles, as well as wall or ceiling coverings of plastics. Note 9 to Chapter 39 defines "floor coverings of plastics" as those which are suitable for use as floor coverings, consisting of a layer of plastic fixed permanently on a backing of any material other than paper or paperboard. The classification between subheadings 3918.10 and 3918.90 depends entirely on the chemical composition of the plastic. If the flooring is made of polymers of vinyl chloride (PVC), it falls under 3918.10. If it is made of any other plastic, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, or other polymers, it is classified under 3918.90.
- Covers
- Polyethylene floor tiles
- Polypropylene interlocking floor mats
- Self-adhesive plastic floor planks (non-PVC)
- Rolls of plastic flooring made from polyolefins
- Outdoor plastic deck tiles (if primarily plastic)
- Also under 3918.90
- 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 most common error is misclassifying PVC flooring under 3918.90; PVC flooring must be classified under 3918.10. Another frequent mistake is classifying rubber flooring under this code; vulcanized rubber floor coverings belong in heading 4016.91. Furthermore, if the flooring has a textile backing that provides the essential character (such as certain luxury vinyl tiles with heavy felt), it might be argued to fall under Chapter 59, though 3918 is generally preferred for plastic-faced products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391890 (the code used for plastic flooring), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391890 (the code used for plastic flooring) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 391890, not only plastic flooring.
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 plastic flooring
Brazil classifies plastic flooring under NCM 3918.90.00: HS 3918.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic flooring
What is the HS code for Plastic flooring?
The HS code for Plastic flooring is 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). The HS code for plastic flooring made of polymers other than vinyl chloride is 3918.90. PVC-based flooring is 3918.10.
How do I classify Plastic flooring for customs?
Plastic flooring is classified under HS code 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. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover self-adhesive tiles?
Yes, heading 3918 specifically includes plastic floor coverings whether or not they are self-adhesive.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic flooring (HS 391890)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391890 (the code used for plastic flooring) 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 plastic flooring (HS 391890)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391890 (the code used for plastic flooring) 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.
Is the HS code for Plastic flooring the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391890 for Plastic flooring is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for plastic flooring in Brazil?
In Brazil, plastic flooring (HS 391890) is classified under NCM 3918.90.00.