Cellophane Packaging Film from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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