Industrial 55-Gallon Drum Pail

Heavy-wall HDPE 55-gallon open-top pail for chemicals or waste, UN-rated for hazmat. HTS 3926.90.10.00 covers large plastic pails; drum-like but open distinguishes from closed 3923.10. Meets polymer weight predominance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+17.5%20.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪Germany3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇯🇵Japan3.4%+10.0%13.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

3923.10Lower: 13% vs 20.9%

If closed with bung fittings

Closed transport drums with fittings go to 3923 per US note on 3917 fittings.

7309.00.00Higher: 35% vs 20.9%

If steel construction

Metal reservoirs/tanks in Chapter 73.

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Import Tips & Compliance

DOT/UN hazmat certifications mandatory; include on AES filing

Test polymer for chemical resistance per subheading notes

Over 45.7cm? No special rates—standard duty applies

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