Product classification
HS code for Vinyl flooring: 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 vinyl flooring under HS 3918.10
Vinyl flooring is classified under HS code 3918.10, which covers floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles, specifically those made from polymers of vinyl chloride. This classification is determined by the product's function as a floor covering and its material composition. Heading 3918 is the primary heading for plastic floor, wall, or ceiling coverings. The subheading 3918.10 is chosen because the wear layer or the bulk of the material consists of PVC. This includes modern luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) and traditional sheet vinyl, provided the primary constituent is a vinyl chloride polymer. The classification applies regardless of whether the flooring is intended for residential, commercial, or industrial use, as long as the plastic component is the essential character of the product. The presence of a self-adhesive backing does not change this classification, as the heading explicitly includes self-adhesive products.
- Covers
- Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)
- Vinyl composition tile (VCT)
- PVC floor planks and rolls
- Self-adhesive vinyl floor tiles
- Flexible vinyl floor coverings
- 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. Vinyl flooring is often misclassified under 3918.90, which is reserved for floor coverings made of plastics other than vinyl chloride, such as polyethylene or polypropylene. It is also sometimes confused with HS code 4411 for laminate flooring; however, laminate flooring typically has a wood-fiber core, whereas vinyl flooring is predominantly plastic. Furthermore, wall coverings of vinyl are also under 3918.10, but they must be distinguished from vinyl wallpaper under 4814.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl flooring), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl flooring) 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 vinyl flooring.
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 vinyl flooring
Brazil classifies vinyl flooring 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 vinyl flooring
What is the HS code for Vinyl flooring?
The HS code for Vinyl flooring 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 vinyl flooring made from polymers of vinyl chloride is 3918.10.
How do I classify Vinyl flooring for customs?
Vinyl flooring 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.
Does this code include vinyl wall coverings?
Yes, HS code 3918.10 also covers wall or ceiling coverings made of vinyl chloride polymers, provided they are not on a paper backing.
Which countries are the top exporters of vinyl flooring (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl flooring) 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 vinyl flooring (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl flooring) 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 Vinyl flooring the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391810 for Vinyl 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 vinyl flooring in Brazil?
In Brazil, vinyl flooring (HS 391810) is classified under NCM 3918.10.00.