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HDPE Merchandise Packing Bag

High-density polyethylene bags used to pack non-food merchandise such as apparel or hardware in retail settings. Classified under HTS 3923.21.00.95 as ethylene polymer sacks not specifically for trash or merchandise in 3923.21.0080. These are gusseted for strength and often transparent for product visibility.

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.

3923.21.00Same rate: 40.5%

If specifically trash bags or similar waste disposal items

Trash bags have a dedicated statistical breakout under 3923.21.0090, distinct from general 'Other' ethylene bags.

3921.90.19Higher: 42.8% vs 40.5%

If flexible plastic sheeting sold by weight for custom bag-making

Uncut plastic film or sheeting for bags is classified in 3921 as semi-finished, not completed sacks in 3923.

3923.50.00Higher: 42.8% vs 40.5%

If sold as complete retail-ready bag sets with closures

Stoppers, lids, or closures-integrated sets may shift to 3923.50 if the closure function predominates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare exact ethylene content (>95%) with supplier certifications to comply with subheading notes on polymer purity

• Use ISF filings early for bag shipments; common pitfall is undervaluation based on low unit price

• Label bags as 'merchandise packing' not 'trash' to prevent erroneous duty assignment to statistical suffixes