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Plastic Bottle Caps

Plastic bottle caps are polypropylene screw caps and flip-top closures used for beverage and household chemical bottles. They fall under this tariff item as plastic closures for the packing of goods, ensuring product integrity and preventing leakage.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3923.50.10Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If the caps are specifically designed as stoppers, lids, or other closures

Heading 3923.50 covers stoppers, lids, caps, and other closures of plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify the polymer type (polypropylene) and the intended use (bottle closures) in your import documentation

β€’ Ensure the caps are not designed as toys or for other non-packing uses

β€’ Verify that the caps are not classified as parts of articles of Section XVI or XVII

Related Products under Tariff item 3923.90.90

Anti-Static Plastic Bags

Anti-static plastic bags are made from conductive polyethylene and are designed to protect electronic components from electrostatic discharge during shipping and storage. They fall under this tariff item as specialized plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.

PE Shrink Film Wrap

PE shrink film wrap is a polyethylene film used to bundle and secure pallet loads or individual products for transport. It is classified under this tariff item as an article for the conveyance or packing of goods, providing protection and stability during shipping.

Plastic Bubble Mailers

Plastic bubble mailers are lightweight padded envelopes made from polyethylene film with embedded air bubbles for cushioning fragile items during shipping. They are classified under this tariff item as plastic articles specifically designed for the conveyance or packing of goods.

Plastic Corner Boards

Plastic corner boards are extruded L-profile plastic boards placed under strapping to distribute pallet load pressure during shipping. They fall under this tariff item as packing articles for goods protection, preventing damage to products during transport.

Plastic Document Envelopes

Plastic document envelopes are clear or tinted polyethylene envelopes with adhesive strips for attaching shipping documents to packages. They are classified under this tariff item as plastic packing accessories for the conveyance of goods.

Plastic Drum Liners

Plastic drum liners are heavy-gauge polyethylene bags that line steel or plastic drums for liquid chemical transport and storage. They fall under this tariff item as specialized goods conveyance liners, providing a protective barrier for the contents.