HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3926.20 – Plastics; articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts)
HS code 3926.20 is the 6-digit subheading for plastics, articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts). It is used for plastic raincoats, disposable plastic gloves, plastic belts, plastic visors and plastic shoe covers.
What HS 3926.20 covers
This code covers a wide array of plastic-based apparel and clothing accessories that are frequently traded globally. These aren't typically high-fashion items but rather functional or protective gear, often used in industrial, medical, or casual settings. Major importers include countries with large manufacturing sectors that incorporate these components into finished goods, as well as consumer markets for everyday plastic accessories. Exporters often come from regions with strong plastics manufacturing capabilities, particularly in Asia. Key things to know include the material composition (type of plastic), the intended use, and whether they are finished goods or components. The durability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of plastic make these items ubiquitous in various industries, from healthcare to sports. Understanding the specific application helps in accurate classification and trade compliance.
- Covers
- Plastic raincoats
- Disposable plastic gloves
- Plastic belts
- Plastic visors
- Plastic shoe covers
- Plastic aprons
- Plastic hair accessories
- Plastic buttons
- Examples
- Nitrile gloves (e.g., Kimberly-Clark)
- PVC rain ponchos (e.g., Totes)
- Plastic hair clips (e.g., Scunci)
- Plastic safety goggles (e.g., 3M)
- Plastic buttons (e.g., YKK)
Codes often confused with 3926.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 6116 (gloves, knitted or crocheted) or 6216 (gloves, not knitted or crocheted) if the plastic content is not the primary material or if they are textile-based with plastic coatings. It's also distinct from 392690 for general plastic articles not elsewhere specified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 392620, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 392620 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 $2.4B 60% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$226M 5.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $111M 2.8% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $975M 25% of world imports
- 2 Japan $400M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $186M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $3.9B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 3926.20
Brazil does not split HS 3926.20: its NCM code is 3926.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.26 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3926.20
What is HS code 392620?
HS code 392620 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Plastics; articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts). This code covers a wide array of plastic-based apparel and clothing accessories that are frequently traded globally. These aren't typically high-fashion items but rather functional or protective gear, often used in industrial, medical, or casual settings. Major importers include countries with large manufacturing sectors that incorporate these components into finished goods, as well as consumer markets for everyday plastic accessories. Exporters often come from regions with strong plastics manufacturing capabilities, particularly in Asia. Key things to know include the material composition (type of plastic), the intended use, and whether they are finished goods or components. The durability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of plastic make these items ubiquitous in various industries, from healthcare to sports. Understanding the specific application helps in accurate classification and trade compliance.
What products fall under HS code 392620?
Plastic raincoats, disposable plastic gloves, plastic belts, plastic visors, plastic shoe covers, plastic aprons, plastic hair accessories, plastic buttons
What are common misclassifications for HS code 392620?
This code can be confused with 6116 (gloves, knitted or crocheted) or 6216 (gloves, not knitted or crocheted) if the plastic content is not the primary material or if they are textile-based with plastic coatings. It's also distinct from 392690 for general plastic articles not elsewhere specified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 392620?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 392620 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 60% of world exports), Vietnam (about $226M) and Germany ($111M). World exports came to about $3.9B, 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 392620?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 392620 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($975M, 25% of world imports), Japan ($400M) and Germany ($186M). World imports came to about $3.9B, 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 392620 structured?
HS code 392620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (26) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 392620?
In Brazil, HS code 392620 is NCM 3926.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.