HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3920.51 – Plastics; of acrylic polymers, polymethyl methacrylate, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials

HS code 3920.51 is the 6-digit subheading for plastics, of acrylic polymers, polymethyl methacrylate, 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 PMMA acrylic sheets, cast acrylic panels, extruded acrylic sheets, acrylic display panels and PMMA light guide panels.

What HS 3920.51 covers

This category specifically covers non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), commonly known as acrylic glass or plexiglass. PMMA is highly valued in international trade for its exceptional optical clarity, weather resistance, and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular alternative to traditional glass. Major importers are industries involved in signage, display manufacturing, architectural glazing, automotive lighting, and furniture production. Exporters are typically large chemical companies and specialized plastic sheet manufacturers. Trade often focuses on specific thicknesses, colors, surface treatments (e.g., anti-glare, UV-resistant), and grades suitable for laser cutting or thermoforming, catering to diverse high-performance and decorative applications.

Covers: PMMA acrylic sheets
Cast acrylic panels
Extruded acrylic sheets
Acrylic display panels
PMMA light guide panels
Acrylic mirror sheets
PMMA film for laminates.
Examples: Plexiglas (Evonik)
Lucite (Mitsubishi Chemical)
Acrylite (Roehm)
Perspex (Perspex International).

Codes often confused with 3920.51

Common mistake. Can be confused with 392059 (other acrylic polymers) if the specific polymer isn't PMMA, or with glass (7004, 7005) due to similar transparency and applications.

3920.59Plastics; of acrylic polymers (excluding polymethyl methacrylate), plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials 70.04Glass; drawn glass and blown glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked 70.05Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked

Top exporters and importers of HS code 392051, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 392051 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% 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 China $644M 29% of world exports
2 Japan $279M 12% of world exports
3 South Korea $269M 12% of world exports

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

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 China $279M 12% of world imports
2 United States $261M 11% of world imports
3 India $217M 9.4% of world imports

World total: $2.3B 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 3920.51

Brazil does not split HS 3920.51: its NCM code is 3920.51.00.

3920.51.00 Poly(methyl methacrylate) plates, sheets and filmDe poli(metacrilato de metila)

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.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/392051/

{
  "code": "392051",
  "description": "Plastics; of acrylic polymers, polymethyl methacrylate, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials",
  "section": "VII",
  "parent": "3920"
}

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Questions about HS 3920.51

What is HS code 392051?

HS code 392051 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Plastics; of acrylic polymers, polymethyl methacrylate, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This category specifically covers non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), commonly known as acrylic glass or plexiglass. PMMA is highly valued in international trade for its exceptional optical clarity, weather resistance, and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular alternative to traditional glass. Major importers are industries involved in signage, display manufacturing, architectural glazing, automotive lighting, and furniture production. Exporters are typically large chemical companies and specialized plastic sheet manufacturers. Trade often focuses on specific thicknesses, colors, surface treatments (e.g., anti-glare, UV-resistant), and grades suitable for laser cutting or thermoforming, catering to diverse high-performance and decorative applications.

What products fall under HS code 392051?

PMMA acrylic sheets, Cast acrylic panels, Extruded acrylic sheets, Acrylic display panels, PMMA light guide panels, Acrylic mirror sheets, PMMA film for laminates.

What are common misclassifications for HS code 392051?

Can be confused with 392059 (other acrylic polymers) if the specific polymer isn't PMMA, or with glass (7004, 7005) due to similar transparency and applications.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 392051?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 392051 in UN Comtrade data were China ($644M, 29% of world exports), Japan ($279M) and South Korea ($269M). World exports 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.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 392051?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 392051 in UN Comtrade data were China ($279M, 12% of world imports), the United States ($261M) and India ($217M). World imports came to about $2.3B, 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 392051 structured?

HS code 392051 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 (51) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 392051?

In Brazil, HS code 392051 is NCM 3920.51.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.