HTS codes for plastics

Headings in Chapter 39

• 3901Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms12
• 3902Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms6
• 3903Polymers of styrene, in primary forms6
• 3904Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms13
• 3905Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms9
• 3906Acrylic polymers in primary forms4
• 3907Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms17
• 3908Polyamides in primary forms3
• 3909Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms8
• 3910Silicones in primary forms1
• 3911Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulfides, polysulfones and other products specified in note 3 to this chapter, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms10
• 3912Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms8
• 3913Natural polymers (for example, alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (for example, hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber), not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms5
• 3914Ion-exchangers based on polymers of headings 3901 to 3913, in primary forms2
• 3915Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics5
• 3916Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics8
• 3917Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings therefor (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics23
• 3918Floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, as defined in note 9 to this chapter15
• 3919Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls13
• 3920Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, noncellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials33
• 3921Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics26
• 3922Baths, shower baths, sinks, washbasins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and similar sanitary ware, of plastics3
• 3923Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics18
• 3924Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics10
• 3925Builders' ware of plastics, not elsewhere specified or included7
• 3926Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 391453

Documents required to import Chapter 39 goods

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

• Commercial InvoiceRequired
• Packing ListRequired
• Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
• CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

  Prepared and filed by your customs broker

• CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

  Prepared and filed by your customs broker

• Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

  Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

  Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

• Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

  Required for ocean freight only

  Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

• Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

  Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

  One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

• Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

  Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

Common questions

What does HTS Chapter 39 cover?

Chapter 39 of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers plastics and articles thereof. It contains 26 four-digit headings and 318 tariff lines.

What is the duty rate for Chapter 39 goods?

General duty rates from 2.1% to 6.5%, with 33 duty-free lines. The rate that applies depends on the specific tariff line and the country of origin — preferential trade agreements can reduce or eliminate the general rate.

How do I find the right HTS code in Chapter 39?

Classification depends on the material, construction, and intended use of the product. Browse the headings on this page, or describe your product in the search box to get a candidate code with its duty rate.