Product classification
HS code for PVC floor tile: 3918.10
Floor, wall or ceiling coverings, of polymers of vinyl chloride, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles.
Classification of PVC floor tile under HS 3918.10
PVC floor tiles are classified under HS code 391810. This classification is part of Chapter 39, which covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3918 is specifically for floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles, as well as wall or ceiling coverings. Subheading 391810 is reserved for those made from polymers of vinyl chloride. These products are widely used in residential and commercial construction due to their durability and ease of maintenance. The classification includes various forms of vinyl flooring, such as Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) and vinyl planks, provided they are composed primarily of PVC. The presence of an adhesive backing does not change the classification under this heading. The key criteria are the material (vinyl chloride polymers) and the intended application (covering for floors, walls, or ceilings).
- Covers
- Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)
- Self-adhesive PVC floor squares
- Vinyl composition tiles (VCT)
- Interlocking PVC floor planks
- PVC wall cladding tiles
- Also under 3918.10
- Armstrong VCT
- Tarkett LVT
- Congoleum sheet vinyl
- TrafficMaster peel-and-stick tiles
- Fibo wall panels
Codes often confused with 3918.10
Common mistake. PVC floor tiles are sometimes misclassified under 3921, which covers other plates and sheets of plastics. However, heading 3918 is more specific for floor coverings and must be used according to GRI 3(a). Another common error is using 391890, which is for floor coverings made of plastics other than vinyl chloride (such as polyethylene or polypropylene). If the tiles contain a high percentage of asbestos, they might be moved to Chapter 68, though modern PVC tiles rarely fall into this category.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391810 (the code used for PVC floor tile), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391810 (the code used for PVC floor tile) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% 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 391810, not only PVC floor tile.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $4.5B 37% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$2.3B 19% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Belgium $750M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $12.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.6B 39% of world imports
- 2 Germany $752M 6.4% of world imports
- 3 Canada $574M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $11.8B 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 PVC floor tile
Brazil classifies PVC floor tile under NCM 3918.10.00: HS 3918.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about PVC floor tile
What is the HS code for PVC floor tile?
The HS code for PVC floor tile is 391810 (Floor, wall or ceiling coverings; of polymers of vinyl chloride, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles). The HS code for floor coverings made of polymers of vinyl chloride is 391810.
How do I classify PVC floor tile for customs?
PVC floor tile is classified under HS code 391810 — Floor, wall or ceiling coverings; of 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.
Are vinyl planks classified the same as tiles?
Yes, HS code 391810 covers vinyl chloride polymers in rolls, tiles, or planks, as they all serve the same purpose as floor coverings.
Which countries are the top exporters of PVC floor tile (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391810 (the code used for PVC floor tile) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.5B, 37% of world exports), Vietnam (about $2.3B) and Belgium ($750M). World exports came to about $12.2B, 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 PVC floor tile (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391810 (the code used for PVC floor tile) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.6B, 39% of world imports), Germany ($752M) and Canada ($574M). World imports came to about $11.8B, 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 PVC floor tile the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391810 for PVC floor tile 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 PVC floor tile in Brazil?
In Brazil, PVC floor tile (HS 391810) is classified under NCM 3918.10.00.