Polycarbonate Machine Guard Panel

Transparent polycarbonate sheet, 0.25-inch thick, used for industrial machine safety guards and barriers. Falls under HTS 3921.90.5050 as other unreinforced plastic sheets in the plates, sheets, film category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3920.99.20.00Lower: 39.2% vs 39.8%

If laminated with protective film

Laminated plastic sheets combine with other materials, moving to 3920 reinforced/laminated plates.

3923.10.20.00Lower: 35% vs 39.8%

If articles of polycarbonate plastics

If fabricated into assembled guard units, classified as finished plastic articles under 3923.10.

3921.90.11.00Lower: 39.2% vs 39.8%

If rigid PVC rather than polycarbonate

PVC sheets have specific subheadings separate from other polymers in 3921.90.11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include end-use statements specifying industrial application to prevent retail article misclassification

Test for UV resistance certification if marketed for outdoor guards

Avoid declaring as 'finished guards' which shifts to 3926.90 heading