Clear Polyester Self-Adhesive Laminating Film

A transparent polyester film with a pressure-sensitive adhesive backing, supplied in rolls for laminating documents and cards. It falls under HTS 3919.90.50 as a self-adhesive plastic sheet in rolls, not specifically provided for elsewhere in the heading. The adhesive allows it to bond instantly upon pressure without heat.

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.

3919.10.20Same rate: 40.8%

If in rolls of a width not exceeding 20 cm

Narrow rolls of self-adhesive plastic tape are classified separately under 3919.10 based on width dimension.

3919.90.10Higher: 41.5% vs 40.8%

If rectangular plates, sheets or film, with one or more edges cut to shape

Cut-to-shape self-adhesive films are distinguished from uncut sheets in the tariff structure.

3920.10.00Lower: 39.2% vs 40.8%

If not self-adhesive

Non-adhesive plastic films shift to Chapter 39 heading 3920 for other plates, sheets, and film.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the plastic material meets Chapter 39 polymer classification rules, ensuring the predominant monomer exceeds 95% by weight

• Include lab test reports confirming self-adhesive properties and plastic composition to avoid misclassification as non-adhesive plates

• Declare accurately if in rolls over 20 cm wide to prevent shifts to other subheadings like 3919.10

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