About HS Code 392020
This HS code covers non-self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from *polymers of propylene* (PP), which are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. Polypropylene films and sheets are valued for their higher stiffness, clarity, heat resistance, and barrier properties compared to polyethylene, making them ideal for specific packaging, stationery, textile, and automotive interior applications. Importers and exporters include packaging companies, stationery manufacturers, and automotive component suppliers. The trade reflects the diverse industrial demand for PP's unique balance of properties in various manufacturing processes.
Products Under This Code
BOPP film for food packaging, PP sheets for stationery folders, clear plastic boxes (PP sheet), non-woven PP fabric (film precursor), capacitor film, automotive interior trim sheets, disposable face shield visors
Real World Examples
Snack food packaging film (BOPP), clear plastic report covers, disposable face shield visors (PP sheet), capacitor film, certain types of clear plastic containers
Common Misclassification
The crucial distinction is 'polymers of propylene' versus 'polymers of ethylene' (392010). Both are non-self-adhesive and non-reinforced.
Products Classified Under 3920.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Plastics & Rubber industry.
Trade Overview
China, South Korea, and the USA are significant producers and exporters of polypropylene films, serving global packaging and manufacturing industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 392020?
HS code 392020 covers: Plastics; of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This HS code covers non-self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from *polymers of propylene* (PP), which are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. Polypropylene films and sheets are valued for their higher stiffness, clarity, heat resistance, and barrier properties compared to polyethylene, making them ideal for specific packaging, stationery, textile, and automotive interior applications. Importers and exporters include packaging companies, stationery manufacturers, and automotive component suppliers. The trade reflects the diverse industrial demand for PP's unique balance of properties in various manufacturing processes.
What products fall under HS code 392020?
BOPP film for food packaging, PP sheets for stationery folders, clear plastic boxes (PP sheet), non-woven PP fabric (film precursor), capacitor film, automotive interior trim sheets, disposable face shield visors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 392020?
The crucial distinction is 'polymers of propylene' versus 'polymers of ethylene' (392010). Both are non-self-adhesive and non-reinforced.
How is HS code 392020 structured?
HS code 392020 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.