Product classification
HS code for Vinyl wall covering: 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 wall covering under HS 3918.10
Vinyl wall coverings are classified under HS code 3918.10 because they are primarily composed of polymers of vinyl chloride (PVC). According to the Harmonized System's Chapter 39, which governs plastics and articles thereof, heading 39.18 specifically addresses floor coverings of plastics and wall or ceiling coverings of plastics. To qualify for this classification, the product must meet the criteria set forth in Note 9 to Chapter 39. This note specifies that the term "wall or ceiling coverings of plastics" applies to products in rolls, with a width of at least 45 cm, suitable for wall or ceiling decoration. These products typically consist of a plastic layer permanently fixed on a backing of any material other than paper, where the plastic layer is grained, embossed, colored, design-printed, or otherwise decorated. The classification is determined by the material that provides the essential character of the product, which in this case is the vinyl polymer. If the product is self-adhesive and intended for wall application, it remains within this code rather than being moved to general adhesive headings, provided it meets the decorative surface covering requirements.
- Covers
- PVC-based wallpaper with textile backing
- Vinyl wall tiles (non-ceramic)
- Self-adhesive vinyl rolls for wall decoration
- Embossed vinyl wall sheets
- Heavy-duty vinyl wall liners
- 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 wall coverings are frequently misclassified under HS code 4814, which covers wallpaper and similar wall coverings made of paper. The distinction lies in the construction: if the product consists of paper coated or covered with a layer of plastics that is so thick that the paper is no longer the essential constituent, it moves from 4814 to 3918. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use HS code 3919 for self-adhesive plates or sheets. However, 3919 is a general category for self-adhesive plastic, whereas 3918.10 is more specific for wall and floor coverings, and specific codes always take precedence over general ones under GRI 3(a).
Top exporters and importers of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl wall covering), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl wall covering) 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 wall covering.
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 wall covering
Brazil classifies vinyl wall covering 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 wall covering
What is the HS code for Vinyl wall covering?
The HS code for Vinyl wall covering 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 primary HS code for vinyl wall coverings made of polymers of vinyl chloride is 3918.10.
How do I classify Vinyl wall covering for customs?
Vinyl wall covering 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 floor tiles?
Yes, HS code 3918.10 covers both wall and floor coverings made from polymers of vinyl chloride, whether in rolls or tiles.
Which countries are the top exporters of vinyl wall covering (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl wall covering) 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 wall covering (HS 391810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391810 (the code used for vinyl wall covering) 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 wall covering the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391810 for Vinyl wall covering 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 wall covering in Brazil?
In Brazil, vinyl wall covering (HS 391810) is classified under NCM 3918.10.00.