Clear Self-Adhesive Polyethylene Packaging Tape from China
Transparent 12mm wide polyethylene tape on 50m rolls with pressure-sensitive adhesive for sealing boxes. Falls under HTS 3919.10.20.55 as 'other' self-adhesive plastic tape in narrow rolls. Polyethylene monomer units predominate per Chapter 39 notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Ensure adhesive is pressure-sensitive and roll width documented; common pitfall is exceeding 20cm triggering higher classification
• Include COO certificate confirming plastic polymer type for GSP eligibility under special rates
• Test for plasticizer content if applicable, as subheading 3920.43 notes affect related plastic classifications