Polypropylene Packaging Film from Japan
Thin, noncellular polypropylene film used for food packaging and shrink wrapping. Classified under HTS 3920.20.00 as it is a plate, sheet, film, or strip of polymers of propylene (at least 95% propylene monomer units by weight), noncellular, and not reinforced or combined with other materials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify polymer composition via lab testing to confirm 95%+ propylene content per subheading notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed technical specs and supplier certificates showing noncellular structure and lack of reinforcement