Plastic Shipping Sacks
Plastic shipping sacks are heavy-duty polyethylene sacks used for bulk transport of agricultural products, chemicals, and construction materials. They are classified under this tariff item as plastic articles for packing and conveyance of goods in loose form.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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 sacks are made of polyethylene
Sacks and bags of polymers of ethylene are classified under subheading 3923.21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify the polymer type (polyethylene) and the intended use (bulk transport) in your import documentation
• Ensure the sacks are not classified as sacks and bags of heading 3923.21 or 3923.29
• Provide details on the sack's capacity and dimensions to customs
Related Products under Tariff item 3923.90.90
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PE Shrink Film Wrap
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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.
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.