Clear Polyethylene Film for Packaging from China

Thin, flexible polyethylene film (0.05mm thick) used as shrink wrap for consumer goods packaging. Classified in HTS 3921.90.40 as other flexible plastic film, not rigid or cellular. Its high flexibility suits heat-sealing applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.2%

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

Include monomer content analysis proving polyethylene predominates (95%+ by weight) per subheading notes

Declare exact gauge/thickness; films under 0.10mm must not be invoiced as 'rigid' to prevent audits

For Free (B) rate, ensure width ≤38.1cm and length ≤45.7cm per US note on heading 3921