HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3920.30 – Plastics; of polymers of styrene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials

HS code 3920.30 is the 6-digit subheading for plastics, of polymers of styrene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. It is used for polystyrene sheets, PS film for food packaging, HIPS sheets, GPPS sheets and styrene display panels.

What HS 3920.30 covers

This HS code encompasses non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polymers of styrene, which are not self-adhesive or combined with other materials. In international trade, these products are primarily polystyrene (PS) in various forms, widely utilized for their rigidity, clarity, and ease of processing. Major importers include manufacturers in the packaging industry (e.g., food containers, blister packs), construction (insulation, decorative panels), and display/signage sectors. Exporters are typically large petrochemical companies and plastic converters. Key considerations for trade involve the specific grade of polystyrene (e.g., General Purpose Polystyrene - GPPS, High Impact Polystyrene - HIPS), thickness, surface finish, and compliance with food contact regulations or flame retardancy standards, depending on the end application. The global demand is driven by consumer goods and construction sectors.

Covers
  • Polystyrene sheets
  • PS film for food packaging
  • HIPS sheets
  • GPPS sheets
  • Styrene display panels
  • Thermoformed PS trays
  • PS foam core boards (non-cellular).
Examples
  • Sabic PS sheets
  • Trinseo Styron PS
  • Pactiv Evergreen PS packaging
  • Dart Container (PS foam, though this code is non-cellular).

Codes often confused with 3920.30

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 392099 (other non-cellular plastics) if the specific polymer type is not clearly identified, or with 3921 (other plates, sheets, film) if the material is reinforced or cellular.

3920.99Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials39.21Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39

Top exporters and importers of HS code 392030, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 392030 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 9.4% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Germany $322M
  2. 2 China $244M
  3. 3 Austria $191M

World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 France $206M
  2. 2 Poland $165M
  3. 3 Germany $160M

World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 3920.30

Brazil does not split HS 3920.30: its NCM code is 3920.30.00.

  1. 3920.30.00 Styrene polymer plates, sheets and filmDe polímeros de estireno

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.20 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 3920.30

What is HS code 392030?

HS code 392030 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Plastics; of polymers of styrene, 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 encompasses non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polymers of styrene, which are not self-adhesive or combined with other materials. In international trade, these products are primarily polystyrene (PS) in various forms, widely utilized for their rigidity, clarity, and ease of processing. Major importers include manufacturers in the packaging industry (e.g., food containers, blister packs), construction (insulation, decorative panels), and display/signage sectors. Exporters are typically large petrochemical companies and plastic converters. Key considerations for trade involve the specific grade of polystyrene (e.g., General Purpose Polystyrene - GPPS, High Impact Polystyrene - HIPS), thickness, surface finish, and compliance with food contact regulations or flame retardancy standards, depending on the end application. The global demand is driven by consumer goods and construction sectors.

What products fall under HS code 392030?

Polystyrene sheets, PS film for food packaging, HIPS sheets, GPPS sheets, Styrene display panels, Thermoformed PS trays, PS foam core boards (non-cellular).

What are common misclassifications for HS code 392030?

This code can be confused with 392099 (other non-cellular plastics) if the specific polymer type is not clearly identified, or with 3921 (other plates, sheets, film) if the material is reinforced or cellular.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 392030?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 392030 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($322M, 16% of world exports), China ($244M) and Austria ($191M). World exports came to about $2.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 392030?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 392030 in UN Comtrade data were France ($206M, 9.4% of world imports), Poland ($165M) and Germany ($160M). World imports came to about $2.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 392030 structured?

HS code 392030 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 392030?

In Brazil, HS code 392030 is NCM 3920.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.