PS Food Packaging Film

Polystyrene (PS) film for food trays and containers, HTS 3921.90.50 as other non-rigid PS sheets FDA compliant. >95% styrene monomer content. Surface treated for printability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

3920Lower: 15.8% vs 39.8%

If rigid PS sheets

Rigid polystyrene has dedicated subheading 3920.52.

3923.10.20Lower: 35% vs 39.8%

If pre-formed food trays

Formed plastic boxes and trays classify under 3923.10.

3921.90.19Higher: 40.3% vs 39.8%

If acrylic polymers

Acrylics have separate subheading from polystyrene.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include FDA compliance letter for food contact materials

β€’ Test for migration limits per 21 CFR 177.1640

β€’ Declare exact polystyrene grade (GPPS vs HIPS)

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