PVC Foam Board Sign Blank
A rigid sheet made from cellular polyvinyl chloride (PVC) foam, commonly used as a lightweight substrate for signage and displays. It falls under HTS 3921.12.5000 as 'other' cellular plates, sheets of polymers of vinyl chloride, not rigid flexible or flexible sheets. The cellular structure provides insulation and buoyancy properties.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-cellular (solid PVC sheet)
Non-foamed PVC sheets classified under non-cellular Chapter 39 heading 3920.12.
If rigid PVC sheet, not cellular
Rigid PVC sheets specifically provided for in 3921.12.1100 exclude cellular/foam types.
If made from polymers other than vinyl chloride
Cellular sheets of other polymers fall under general 3921.90.11 series.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cellular structure via density testing (<0.96 g/cm³) to confirm classification under 3921.12 vs non-cellular 3920.12
• Provide detailed monomer composition certificates showing ≥95% vinyl chloride units per subheading note (a)(1)
• Avoid misclassification as rigid PVC sheet (3921.12.1100) by documenting foam expansion process
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