Polypropylene Post-Bound Photo Album

A standard 12x12 inch photo album made from polypropylene pages with post-bound metal rings for easy page insertion. It falls under HTS 3926.90.48.00 as a plastic photo album designed for organizing and displaying printed photographs. The plastic construction and primary function as a photo storage article dictate this specific classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇲🇽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.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 13.4%

If primarily paper or cardboard construction

Paper-based albums or registers fall under Chapter 48 for paper articles, not plastics in Chapter 39.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 13.4%

If not specifically designed for photos, like general document binders

Only photo albums get the specific 3926.90.48 subheading; other plastic office articles go to residual 'other' provisions.

4202.92.31Higher: 52.6% vs 13.4%

If featuring a substantial plastic traveling case exterior with album inside

Traveling cases of plastic with interior fittings may classify under Chapter 42 as luggage rather than standalone plastic articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the album's primary material is plastic (e.g

polypropylene >95% by weight) to confirm HTS 3926.90.48.00 applicability per Chapter 39 polymer notes

Provide detailed photos and material composition certificates to distinguish from paper-based albums classified elsewhere

Avoid misclassification as office supplies (e.g

binders in 3926.10); emphasize photo-display function in entry documentation

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