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

HS code 391890 covers a diverse range of plastic-based floor, wall, and ceiling coverings. These products play a crucial role in the construction and interior design industries, providing durable, versatile, and aesthetically pleasing options for residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The global market for these plastic coverings has been growing steadily, driven by factors such as increasing construction activities, rising consumer demand for modern and customizable interior solutions, and the need for cost-effective and low-maintenance building materials.

The production of plastic floor, wall, and ceiling coverings under HS code 391890 typically involves a combination of extrusion, calendering, and lamination processes. Manufacturers begin by melting and extruding the desired plastic resins, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, or polyester, into thin sheets or rolls. These sheets may then undergo a calendering process to achieve the desired thickness and surface texture. In some cases, the plastic sheets are laminated with additional layers, such as decorative films or backing materials, to enhance their durability, appearance, and installation properties.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 391890 products include plastic resins, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester, as well as various additives and pigments to enhance the product's properties and appearance. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery, such as extruders, calenders, and lamination equipment, to transform the raw materials into the final floor, wall, or ceiling coverings. Additionally, the industry may utilize adhesives, release liners, and other ancillary materials to facilitate the installation and application of these plastic-based products.

The primary outputs of HS code 391890 are plastic-based floor, wall, and ceiling coverings, which are used in a wide range of construction and interior design applications. These products may be consumed by other industries, such as 441820 Builders' joinery and carpentry, of plastics, 392010 Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, and 392190 Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 39.01 to 39.14, which may incorporate or further process these plastic coverings into their own products and solutions.