Glassine-Lined Plastic Slide Mounts

High-clarity plastic mounts with anti-Newton ring glassine paper inserts for professional 35mm slide protection. As primarily plastic frames for photographic slides, they are classified in HTS 3926.90.5000 per Chapter 39 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+17.5%21.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3920.99.20.00Higher: 39.2% vs 21.3%

If imported as non-framed plastic sheets for slide protection

Unframed plastic films or sheets go to 3920 'other plates/sheets,' not assembled slide frames.

4811.90Lower: 10% vs 21.3%

If predominantly paper/glassine with plastic coating only

Paper coated with plastic on one side is classified as paper articles if plastic is not predominant.

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 21.3%

If sold in retail packs as general photo album inserts

Mounts for photo albums (not slides) fall under specific subheading excluding household photo items per notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab test reports confirming plastic as primary material (95%+ per subheading notes if polymer-specific)

Avoid selling as 'universal frames'; specify slide compatibility in invoices to support classification