Clear Polyethylene Retail Produce Bag with Handles
Transparent polyethylene bag with die-cut handles for carrying fresh produce from stores, sized at 16x14 inches flat. Classified under HTS 3923.21.0085 due to its polyethylene composition, retail carrier design, and compliant dimensions between 6-40 inches. Meets subheading notes for ethylene polymers over 95% by weight.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dimensions outside 6-40 inch limits
Size restrictions define this subheading; non-compliant bags go to 'Other' category.
If thickness ≤0.152mm (6 mil) and used for retail packaging of goods
Thin films for direct goods wrapping classified in flexible plastic sheeting heading.
If multilayer coextruded with non-ethylene polymers >5%
Predominant monomer shifts if ethylene <95%, per subheading notes, to other plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab certification of polyethylene purity to satisfy polymer classification rules
• Document handle style (loop, drawstring) matches PRCB definition; avoid patchwork repairs
• Check for country-specific quotas or duties on lightweight retail bags
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