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Clear Polyethylene Salon Apron

A transparent, waterproof apron of low-density polyethylene used in hair salons to protect clients' clothing from hair color and water. It is an article of plastic apparel under HTS 3926.20.90.10 due to its apron design and plastic construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3923.21.00Lower: 40.5% vs 42.5%

If sacks/bags form without ties or neck strap

Plastic articles resembling bags rather than made-up apparel go to bags and sacks in 3923.

6117.80.95Lower: 34.6% vs 42.5%

If knitted or crocheted plastic mesh versions

Knitted plastic apparel accessories fall under Chapter 61, not Chapter 39 plates.

4819.50Lower: 12.5% vs 42.5%

If paper/plastic laminate for disposable use

Primarily paper sanitary articles with plastic coating classify in Chapter 48 over plastics.

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

• Declare exact polyethylene type (LDPE/HDPE) with supplier specs to match subheading polymer rules

• Use ISF filings early for high-volume salon imports to avoid delays; include photos of assembled product