Polycarbonate Printer Transparency Film from China

Thin, noncellular polycarbonate sheets designed for inkjet and laser printers to create overhead transparencies. Classified under HTS 3920.99.5000 as other non-reinforced plastic sheets of polycarbonate, not combined with other materials. Meets polymer classification rules where polycarbonate monomer units predominate by weight.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Verify exact polymer composition via lab testing to confirm polycarbonate predominance per subheading notes; ensure sheets measure over 0.25mm thickness to avoid Chapter 39 film/foil distinctions

Provide manufacturer specs showing non-laminated, non-reinforced status to prevent reclassification