Flexible PVC Sheet for Signage from Japan
A 0.2mm thick polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sheet used for outdoor banners and advertising displays. It falls under HTS 3921.90.40 as a flexible plate, sheet, film, or strip of plastics, other than cellular or non-flexible varieties. The flexibility allows it to conform to curved surfaces without cracking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the sheet thickness and flexibility per ASTM standards to confirm classification under flexible subheading
• Provide detailed material composition certificates showing PVC content to avoid reclassification as rigid plastic
• Label rolls clearly with dimensions; shipments over 38.1cm width may lose Free (B) eligibility