Clear Acrylic Picture Frame Backing from Japan
Rigid PMMA sheet used as protective backing in picture frames, noncellular and not laminated. Falls under 3920.51.50 as 'other' poly(methyl methacrylate) sheets for further assembly into frames. High clarity and lightweight compared to glass.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from finished frames by declaring as stock material, not household articles
• Test for UV stabilizers; if >5% additives, may shift to 'chemically modified' other subheadings
• Package flat in bulk to avoid 'retail set' classification under 3924 or 3926