About HS Code 392061
This HS code covers non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polycarbonates (PC), which are not self-adhesive or combined with other materials. Polycarbonate is a high-performance thermoplastic renowned for its exceptional impact strength, optical clarity, and heat resistance. These properties make PC an ideal material for applications requiring durability and transparency, such as safety glazing, machine guards, optical discs, and automotive components. Major importers include the automotive, electronics, construction, and security industries. Exporters are typically large chemical and plastics manufacturers. Key trade considerations include UV protection, scratch resistance coatings, specific grades for optical or flame-retardant applications, and compliance with safety standards for various end-uses.
Products Under This Code
Polycarbonate sheets, PC film for graphic overlays, Bullet-resistant PC panels, Multiwall PC sheets, Optical grade PC film, PC glazing sheets, Thermoformable PC sheets.
Real World Examples
Lexan (Sabic), Makrolon (Covestro), Palsun (Palram), Gallina (multiwall PC sheets).
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with acrylic sheets (392051) due to similar transparency, but PC offers superior impact resistance. Also, sometimes mistaken for glass (7004, 7005) in glazing applications.
Products Classified Under 3920.61
Industry
This code belongs to the Plastics & Rubber industry.
Trade Overview
China, USA, Germany, and South Korea are prominent in the global trade of polycarbonate sheets and films.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 392061?
HS code 392061 covers: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polycarbonates, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This HS code covers non-cellular, non-reinforced plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip made from polycarbonates (PC), which are not self-adhesive or combined with other materials. Polycarbonate is a high-performance thermoplastic renowned for its exceptional impact strength, optical clarity, and heat resistance. These properties make PC an ideal material for applications requiring durability and transparency, such as safety glazing, machine guards, optical discs, and automotive components. Major importers include the automotive, electronics, construction, and security industries. Exporters are typically large chemical and plastics manufacturers. Key trade considerations include UV protection, scratch resistance coatings, specific grades for optical or flame-retardant applications, and compliance with safety standards for various end-uses.
What products fall under HS code 392061?
Polycarbonate sheets, PC film for graphic overlays, Bullet-resistant PC panels, Multiwall PC sheets, Optical grade PC film, PC glazing sheets, Thermoformable PC sheets.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 392061?
Can be confused with acrylic sheets (392051) due to similar transparency, but PC offers superior impact resistance. Also, sometimes mistaken for glass (7004, 7005) in glazing applications.
How is HS code 392061 structured?
HS code 392061 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 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.