Plastic Rain Poncho from China
A disposable transparent rain poncho made entirely from polyethylene plastic sheeting, designed as a waterproof outer garment for protection against rain. It falls under HTS 3926.20.90 as an article of apparel made of plastics from headings 3901-3914, specifically categorized as 'other' clothing accessories not resembling traditional sewn garments. This classification applies because it functions primarily as protective apparel rather than a shaped garment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the poncho is made from qualifying polymers under headings 3901-3914 with documentation like material test reports; label as disposable to avoid textile confusion
• Common pitfall: misclassification as textile if any fabric lining is present—ensure 100% plastic composition