PVC U-Channel Profile Strip

Extruded U-shaped PVC profile strips over 1 mm thick, used for edging and sealing in construction. Falls under HTS 3916.20.00.91 as 'other' profile shapes of vinyl chloride polymers, surface-worked only.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3917.31.00.00Lower: 38.1% vs 40.8%

If flexible PVC hose with fittings

Conduit-like profiles with attached fittings qualify under 3917 tubes/pipes.

3925.10.00.00Higher: 41.3% vs 40.8%

If rigid PVC reservoirs or tanks

Larger hollow profiles function as reservoirs, shifting to 3925.

3920.43Lower: 14.2% vs 40.8%

If PVC sheets/rolls with plasticizers

If rolled and plasticized, classifies as noncellular plates under 3920.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide extrusion specs confirming no fittings attached to avoid 3917 restrictions

Test for plasticizer content; >20% may reclassify under 3920.43

Declare lengths accurately; short retail pieces risk 3921 reclassification