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Polycarbonate Light Diffuser Panels

Translucent noncellular polycarbonate sheets for LED fixture diffusers and troffers. HTS 3920.61.00.00 covers these unreinforced plates of polycarbonates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.8%+37.5%43.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9405.99.40Higher: 43.5% vs 43.3%

If assembled lighting parts

Plastic parts of lighting fixtures classified under Chapter 94.

3920Same rate: 43.3%

If polystyrene material

Light diffusers of other plastics like PS use specific subheadings.

3921.90.11.00Lower: 41.7% vs 43.3%

If prismatic/cellular structure

Lens-patterned cellular panels classified as cellular plastics.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Textured surface for diffusion doesn't affect noncellular classification

β€’ Pre-cut panel sizes still sheets if flat form

β€’ UL924 certification docs support proper material declaration