HS Code for Vinyl wallpaper

Vinyl wallpaper is classified under HS code 4814.20. This code is part of Chapter 48, which covers paper and paperboard. Heading 4814 specifically addresses wallpaper and similar wall coverings. Subheading 4814.20 is dedicated to wallpaper consisting of paper coated or covered on the face side with a grained, embossed, colored, design-printed, or otherwise decorated layer of plastics (typically vinyl). The classification is driven by the composite nature of the product: a paper substrate providing structural support and a plastic layer providing the decorative and functional surface. According to the Explanatory Notes to heading 4814, the plastic layer must be decorated or otherwise treated to be considered wallpaper. If the plastic layer is plain and the product is intended for a different use, it might fall elsewhere. This code is essential for distinguishing decorative wall coverings from industrial plastic sheets or pure paper products.

Products Included

• Vinyl-coated paper wallpaper
• Embossed vinyl wall coverings with paper backing
• Scrubbable vinyl wallpaper
• Printed vinyl-faced paper rolls
• Heavy-duty vinyl wallpaper for residential use

Common Misclassification

Vinyl wallpaper is often confused with HS code 3918.10. The distinction lies in the backing; 3918.10 covers wall coverings made entirely of plastic or with a non-paper backing (like textile), whereas 4814.20 requires a paper base. It is also sometimes misclassified under 4814.90, which is for other types of wallpaper like plain paper or grasscloth that do not have the characteristic plastic coating.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Vinyl wallpaper?

The HS code for vinyl-coated or vinyl-covered paper wallpaper is 4814.20.

How is vinyl wallpaper different from vinyl wall coverings in Chapter 39?

Vinyl wallpaper (4814.20) must have a paper backing. If the wall covering is made entirely of PVC or has a textile backing, it is classified under 3918.10.