Sheer Iridescent Polypropylene Decorative Ribbon
Sheer Iridescent Polypropylene Decorative Ribbon is a translucent, iridescent polypropylene strip rolled and packaged for holiday gift wrapping and craft decorations. It is classified under tariff item 3920.20.00 as a plate, sheet, film, foil, or strip of polymers of propylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, or supported. The iridescent effect is a surface treatment, and the product remains a noncellular strip of propylene polymers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 39202000; Starts With 39202000; Equal To 3920200010; Equal To 3920200091; Equal To 3920200092; Equal To 3920200010; Equal To 3920200091; Equal To 3920200092. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the iridescent effect is achieved by laminating multiple layers of film
Multiple layers of film laminated together make the product reinforced or combined, falling under heading 3921.
If the ribbon has printed motifs that are not subsidiary to its primary use
Printed motifs that are not subsidiary to the primary use would classify the product in Chapter 49.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the iridescent effect is produced by surface coating or pigmentation, not by lamination with a separate film
• Ensure the ribbon is noncellular and unsupported to maintain classification under 3920.20.00
• Keep records of the polypropylene content and any additives used for the iridescent effect
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