Polythene Mailing Bags
Opaque or clear polyethylene bags with adhesive strips for shipping parcels. Classified 3923.21.00 for ethylene sacks used in goods conveyance via mail. Gusseted design accommodates bulky items.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 3% | +35.0% | 38% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 3% | +10.0% | 13% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 3% | +10.0% | 13% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 3% | +10.0% | 13% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 3% | +10.0% | 13% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If biaxially oriented shrink film bags
BOPP-type oriented polyethylene film goes to 'Other plates' in 3920 before forming into sacks.
If with paper labels predominating
Composite goods with significant paper classified as other plastic articles.
If tracers or propylene copolymers
Subheading notes route specific copolymers away from pure ethylene.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Include adhesion test results; declare opacity level
โข Pitfall: bags over 45.7cm classified differently per 3921 US note
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