Cellophane Packaging Film
Transparent, noncellular cellophane film made from regenerated cellulose, used for wrapping food products like candies and cigarettes. It falls under HTS 3920.79.5000 as a non-reinforced sheet of cellulose derivative (regenerated cellulose), not combined with other materials. This classification follows Chapter 39 subheading notes for polymers of cellulose derivatives.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from regenerated cellulose but chemically modified
Chemically modified cellulose derivatives classify under 'Other' subheadings per note (a)(3), shifting from specific cellulose series.
If considered packaging paper rather than plastic
Cellophane can be deemed paper/cartons if not predominantly plastic polymer, moving to Chapter 48.
If supported or laminated with metallized layer
Any reinforcement or lamination excludes from 3920, classifying as combined materials in 3921.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cellulose content exceeds 95% by weight per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid reclassification; provide lab analysis certificates for customs
• Ensure film thickness is documented as noncellular
• Watch for misdeclaration as paper products leading to audits
Related Products under HTS 3920.79.50.00
Cellulose Acetate Window Film
Thin, flexible noncellular film of cellulose acetate used in envelopes or as protective window patches. Classified in 3920.79.5000 as 'other' sheets of cellulose derivatives, non-reinforced and unsupported. Meets polymer predominance rules in subheading notes.
Regenerated Cellulose Release Liner
Noncellular strip of regenerated cellulose used as release liners for adhesive labels, peelable without residue. HTS 3920.79.5000 applies to unsupported 'other' cellulose derivative films. Excludes reinforced types per hierarchy.
Cellophane Roll Stock for Candy Wrapping
Wide rolls of noncellular cellophane (regenerated cellulose) film for confectionery packaging, heat-sealable. Falls under 3920.79.5000 as other non-reinforced cellulose derivative sheets, per full hierarchy.
Cellulose Nitrate Drafting Film
Transparent, dimensionally stable noncellular cellulose nitrate film for architectural drafting and blueprints. Classified as 'other' under 3920.79.5000 for non-supported cellulose derivatives.
CAB Packaging Foil Alternative
Cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB) thin noncellular sheets mimicking foil for cosmetic packaging. HTS 3920.79.5000 for other cellulose derivative strips, non-laminated.
Regenerated Cellulose Capacitor Dielectric Film
Ultra-thin noncellular regenerated cellulose film used as dielectric separator in electrical capacitors. Fits 3920.79.5000 as unsupported 'other' cellulose sheets.