High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) Strip
Narrow strips of high impact polystyrene (HIPS), a modified styrene polymer, used in model making and crafts. It qualifies for HTS 3920.30.00.00 as noncellular, unsupported styrene polymer strips. Chemical modification keeps it under styrene per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If contains plasticizers exceeding standard levels
Subheading 3920.43 covers PVC with plasticizers; analogous scrutiny for styrene per notes.
If further fabricated into finished articles
Processed into specific articles like handles shifts from Chapter 39 semi-manufactures to 3926.
If for industrial extrusion profiles
Extruded profiles in definite shapes classify under 3923, not plain strips.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document HIPS as polystyrene derivative with lab reports to affirm styrene polymer status
• Measure dimensions accurately; strips under 0.2mm may be considered foil
Related Products under HTS 3920.30.00.00
Clear Polystyrene Display Film
Transparent, noncellular polystyrene film for point-of-purchase displays and packaging inserts. HTS 3920.30.00.00 applies to such unsupported films of styrene polymers. High clarity due to pure polystyrene composition.
HIPS Thermoforming Sheet
High impact polystyrene sheets vacuum-formed into trays and containers, imported as flat stock. Under HTS 3920.30.00.00 for noncellular styrene sheets not yet formed. Predominant styrene per notes.
Polystyrene Prototype Sheet
White polystyrene sheets for rapid prototyping and 3D printing bases, non-supported. HTS 3920.30.00.00 for styrene polymer plates used in industrial prototyping.
Styrene Block Sheet
Extruded block sheets of general purpose polystyrene for fabrication. Noncellular, HTS 3920.30.00.00.
GPPS Transparent Foil
General purpose polystyrene thin foil for graphic arts. HTS 3920.30.00.00 noncellular.
Polystyrene Laser Cuttable Sheet
Sheets optimized for laser cutting in signage, styrene polymer. HTS 3920.30.00.00.