Vinyl Blackout Drapes
Vinyl blackout drapes are heavy-duty vinyl drapes coated for complete light blocking, used in bedrooms and home theaters. They are finished household articles of plastics, designed to provide darkness for improved sleep or viewing. They are classified under tariff item 3924.90.00 as other household articles of plastics.
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% | +50.0% | 56.5% |
| 🇩🇪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 coating is a separate layer of plastic
Laminated plastic sheets fall under heading 39.21.
If the drapes have a textile backing
Textile-based drapes are classified in Chapter 63.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blackout coating is integral to the vinyl and not a separate layer that could change classification
• Provide specifications on light-blocking performance if required by customs
• Verify the drapes are for household use, not commercial, to maintain the tariff item
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