Nylon Food Casings Film

Noncellular polyamide film formed into seamless casings for sausages and processed meats, providing barrier properties. Falls under HTS 3920.92.00.00 as polyamide film, non-reinforced, with caprolactam or similar monomers at 95%+. Used in food processing before stuffing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

3917.39.00Lower: 38.1% vs 39.2%

If extruded as seamless tubes/pipes

Tubes, pipes, and hoses of plastics in 3917 if profiled continuously rather than flat sheets.

3920.49.00Higher: 40.8% vs 39.2%

If PVC-based instead of polyamide

Different polymer base (vinyl chloride) changes to specific PVC subheading.

3923.10.90Lower: 38% vs 39.2%

If made into finished stuffed casings

Articles for conveyance of goods (e.g., ready-to-use casings) in 3923 for plastic containers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ FDA prior notice required for food contact films; include migration test data for polyamide compliance

β€’ Declare as 'flat film stock' not 'formed casings' to stay in 3920; formed articles may go to 3923