Acrylic Transparency Film
Acrylic transparency film is a thin, flexible, non-cellular sheet made from acrylic polymers, commonly used for overhead projectors and presentations. It is not reinforced, laminated, or combined with other materials, and is cut to rectangular shapes without further working, which aligns with the scope of tariff item 3920.59.00 for other acrylic polymer plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the film is made of polycarbonate instead of acrylic polymers
Polycarbonate sheets and film are classified under a different subheading within the same chapter.
If the film is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
PET film is a distinct polymer type and falls under a separate tariff item for polyester sheets.
If the film is cellular or reinforced, laminated, or supported with other materials
Cellular or combined plastic sheets are classified under heading 39.21, which covers other plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the film is non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, or backed with other materials, as this classification excludes such products
• Verify that the film is imported in rolls or cut to rectangles without further working, as additional processing may change the tariff classification
• Keep records of the polymer composition to confirm it is acrylic-based, as copolymers with other monomers may be classified elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 3920.59.00
Acrylic Chart Protector Sheets
Durable acrylic sheets designed to protect medical charts and educational posters from wear and tear. These noncellular, unsupported acrylic plates qualify for tariff item 3920.59.00 as other acrylic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip.
Acrylic Document Sleeves
Clear, noncellular acrylic plastic sleeves designed to protect individual documents from damage and moisture. These thin, flexible acrylic sheets qualify for tariff item 3920.59.00 as other acrylic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip.
Acrylic Greenhouse Cover Sheeting
Flexible, UV-resistant acrylic film sheets for agricultural greenhouse coverings. These are non-cellular and unsupported, made from acrylic polymers, and are classified under tariff item 3920.59.00 as other plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of acrylic polymers.
Acrylic Greenhouse Panels
Noncellular acrylic sheets used as lightweight panels for greenhouse roofing and walls, offering UV protection. These unsupported acrylic plates qualify for tariff item 3920.59.00 as other acrylic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip.
Acrylic ID Badge Holders
Flat acrylic plastic sheets formed into open-top holders for ID cards. These noncellular, unsupported acrylic sheets qualify for tariff item 3920.59.00 as other acrylic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, provided they are not further worked into finished articles.
Acrylic Medical Device Cover Film
Sterile flexible acrylic film sheets used for covering medical devices during transport. These are non-cellular and unsupported, made from biocompatible pure acrylic polymers, and fall under tariff item 3920.59.00 as other acrylic film.