PVC Deck Railing Profile from Germany
Extruded unplasticized PVC profiles for deck railings and balustrades, meeting the 95% vinyl chloride polymer threshold. These rigid, surface-worked shapes are used in outdoor decking systems and classified under HTS 3916.20.0020 for railing profiles. They provide low-maintenance structural safety barriers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for plasticizer content (<6%) to stay in 3916; high plasticizers route to 3920.43 per subheading notes
• Document intended end-use as 'deck railing profiles' with architectural specs to prevent misclassification
• Use proper packaging to avoid surface damage that could imply further working during import