PS Foam Boards
PS foam boards are cellular polystyrene sheets used for thermal insulation in construction and for model making. They are classified under 3921.19.00 because, despite being made of polystyrene, the cellular form and the specific subheading for polystyrene cellular products (3921.11.00) may not apply if the product is not exclusively polystyrene, or if it falls under 'other plastics' due to additives or modifications.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the boards are made of polystyrene
Cellular polystyrene sheets are specifically classified under this subheading.
If the boards are non-cellular and made of polystyrene
Non-cellular polystyrene sheets are classified under this subheading.
If the boards are used as structural elements in buildings
Structural elements of plastics are classified under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify whether the foam boards are made of pure polystyrene or a copolymer; if pure, they may be classified under 3921.11.00 instead
• Ensure the boards are in sheet form and not shaped into specific articles
• Keep composition details ready for CBSA classification review
Related Products under Tariff item 3921.19.00
Battery Grade PP Microporous Membrane
>- High-purity microporous polypropylene membrane used as a lithium-ion battery separator, with controlled pore distribution. This is a cellular (microporous) sheet of polypropylene, which is not one of the named plastics in other subheadings of heading 39.21, so it falls under 3921.19.00 as "of other plastics."
Breathable PE Diaper Backing Film
>- Microporous polyethylene film used as a soft, breathable backsheet in disposable diapers. This is a cellular (microporous) sheet of polyethylene, which is not one of the named plastics in other subheadings of heading 39.21, so it falls under 3921.19.00 as "of other plastics."
Cellular ABS Sheets
Foamed acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymer sheets for thermoforming applications. Since ABS is a copolymer where no single monomer unit contributes 95% or more by weight, it is classified under tariff item 3921.19.00 as a cellular sheet of 'other plastics'.
Cellular Acrylic Foam Tapes Base Sheets
>- Double-sided cellular acrylic polymer foam sheets used as a carrier for pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes. These sheets are cellular (foamed) and made of acrylic polymer, which is not one of the named plastics in other subheadings of heading 39.21, so they fall under tariff item 3921.19.00 as "of other plastics."
Cellular Acrylic Sheets
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Cellular Polyamide Foam Sheets
>- Cellular polyamide (nylon) foam sheets used for impact protection and vibration damping in machinery. Polyamide is not one of the named plastics in other subheadings of heading 39.21, and the cellular structure qualifies these sheets for classification under 3921.19.00 as "of other plastics."