Acrylic Rod Stock 3mm Diameter
Solid acrylic rods with 3 mm diameter used for signage fabrication or craft projects, surface-polished but not cut to final lengths. Falls under HTS 3916.90.5000 as 'other' plastic rods of plastics not elsewhere specified. Meets criteria for unworked rods with cross-section over 1 mm.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of polycarbonate rather than acrylic
Polycarbonate rods fall under specific subheading 3916.20 before 'other plastics' in 3916.90.
If presented as rigid tubes with hollow bore
Acrylic tubes classify in 3920 for rigid plastic tubes, distinct from solid rods.
If for industrial end-use machined components
Rods pre-machined into handles or fittings become 'other articles' rather than stock shapes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm acrylic (PMMA) monomer content ≥95% per subheading note (a)(1) for proper polymer classification; measure exact diameter documentation required; avoid shipping pre-cut consumer lengths to prevent 3926 reclassification
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