PMMA Photo Frame Backing Panel
Clear, noncellular poly(methyl methacrylate) panels measuring 8x10 inches, used as backing inserts in picture frames. Classified in 3920.51.50.90 as other PMMA sheets, non-reinforced and not combined with materials. These provide lightweight, shatter-resistant support behind photos or artwork.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-cut and packaged as complete frame component set
Articles presented as finished goods for frames classify in 3926 as other plastic articles, not raw sheets.
If thickness does not exceed 0.35 mm
Thin flexible PMMA foil under 0.35 mm thickness shifts to specific subheading 3920.51.11, excluding thicker rigid sheets.
If made of glass instead of plastic
Glass carbides or sheets for similar uses fall under Chapter 70, differentiated by material from plastics in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label sheets clearly as 'poly(methyl methacrylate)' to meet composition disclosure; include SDS for customs
• Watch for thickness variations causing duty disputes
• Pitfall: bulk packaging without separators leads to nesting and rejection
Related Products under HTS 3920.51.50.90
Acrylic Display Stand Sheet
A 0.118-inch thick noncellular poly(methyl methacrylate) sheet used for fabricating clear display stands in retail settings. It falls under HTS 3920.51.50.90 as a rigid, transparent plate of acrylic polymer not reinforced or laminated. These sheets are cut and formed into stands for showcasing products like cosmetics or electronics.
Acrylic Laser Cutting Blank
1/8-inch thick cast PMMA sheets in 24x48 inch sizes, optimized for CO2 laser engraving and cutting into signs or awards. This noncellular, unreinforced poly(methyl methacrylate) strip qualifies under HTS 3920.51.50.90 as other acrylic sheets. Ideal for custom fabrication due to clean edge finish when lasered.
Clear PMMA Shelf Dividers
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Acrylic Model Making Sheets
Polished, noncellular PMMA sheets in assorted colors, 0.06-inch thick for architectural scale models. Classified 3920.51.50.90 as other poly(methyl methacrylate) strips, non-supported. Provides precise cutting for prototypes and hobbyist projects.