ShinyFlex Patent Imitation Film
ShinyFlex Patent Imitation Film is a flexible film with a PVC base containing at least 6% plasticizers and a patent-like gloss. It is noncellular and unsupported, falling under tariff item 3920.43.00. The product is used in apparel trim, offering a shiny and flexible material for decorative purposes.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the plasticizer content is less than 6%.
PVC films with lower plasticizer content are classified under 3920.49.00.
If the film is cellular or reinforced.
Cellular or reinforced plastic films are classified under heading 39.21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the film is not printed with motifs that are not subsidiary to its primary use, as this could lead to classification in Chapter 49
• Ensure the film is noncellular and not reinforced
• Provide technical specifications to CBSA to confirm the plasticizer content
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