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HDPE Bulk Ice Bag

Heavy-duty high-density polyethylene bags for packing bulk ice, printed with weight capacities up to 20 lbs. Falls in HTS 3923.21.00.95 as other ethylene polymer sacks for goods conveyance. Woven or non-woven construction for durability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+37.5%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3921.90Lower: 17.3% vs 40.5%

If imported as flat tubular stock for ice bag conversion

Semi-manufactured plastic film/tubing is 3921, not finished bags.

3923.21.00Same rate: 40.5%

If functionally equivalent to trash bags

CBP may reclassify durable PE bags as trash if marketed for waste.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify 'ice bag' end-use to differentiate from trash liners in CBP rulings

• Test for >95% ethylene if blended; document predominant monomer per notes

• Avoid bulk packaging declarations that mimic 3921 sheets