Product classification

HS code for Acrylic sheets: 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.

Classification of acrylic sheets under HS 3920.51

Acrylic sheets are classified under HS code 3920.51. This classification is determined by the legal notes of Chapter 39, which covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3920 is specifically designated for plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics that are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. The subheading 3920.51 is reserved for products made of acrylic polymers, specifically polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). To qualify for this code, the sheets must not be self-adhesive, as those would fall under heading 3919. Furthermore, the material must be non-cellular, meaning it does not have a foam-like or sponge-like structure, and it must not be reinforced with other materials like glass fibers or metal mesh. The classification process follows General Interpretative Rule (GIR) 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since PMMA is a specific type of acrylic polymer mentioned in the subheading, and the product is a simple, non-worked sheet, 3920.51 is the most specific and accurate classification for these industrial and commercial materials.

Covers
  • Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) sheets
  • Cast acrylic plates
  • Extruded acrylic sheets
  • Clear and colored acrylic plastic sheets
  • Non-adhesive acrylic film and foil
Also under 3920.51
  • Plexiglas (Evonik)
  • Lucite (Mitsubishi Chemical)
  • Acrylite (Roehm)
  • Perspex (Perspex International).

Codes often confused with 3920.51

Common mistake. Acrylic sheets are frequently misclassified under HS code 3919.10 or 3919.90 if they possess a self-adhesive backing. Another common error is using HS code 3921.90, which is intended for sheets that are reinforced, laminated, or supported by other materials. If the acrylic sheet has been further worked into a specific shape or finished article, such as a sign or a display stand, it should be classified under 3926.90 as an article of plastic rather than a semi-finished sheet.

3919.10Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm3919.90Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm3921.90Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular3926.90Plastics; other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39

Top exporters and importers of HS 392051 (the code used for acrylic sheets), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392051 (the code used for acrylic sheets) 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.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 392051, not only acrylic sheets.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $644M
  2. 2 Japan $279M
  3. 3 South Korea $269M

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

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $279M
  2. 2 United States $261M
  3. 3 India $217M

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 acrylic sheets

Brazil classifies acrylic sheets under NCM 3920.51.00: HS 3920.51 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about acrylic sheets

What is the HS code for Acrylic sheets?

The HS code for Acrylic sheets is 392051 (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). The standard HS code for non-cellular, non-reinforced acrylic sheets (specifically PMMA) is 3920.51.

How do I classify Acrylic sheets for customs?

Acrylic sheets is classified under HS code 392051 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the difference between HS code 3920 and 3921?

Heading 3920 is for plastic sheets that are not reinforced or combined with other materials, while heading 3921 covers sheets that are cellular (foam) or reinforced with materials like fiberglass.

Which countries are the top exporters of acrylic sheets (HS 392051)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392051 (the code used for acrylic sheets) 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 acrylic sheets (HS 392051)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 392051 (the code used for acrylic sheets) 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.

Is the HS code for Acrylic sheets the same in all countries?

The base HS code 392051 for Acrylic sheets is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for acrylic sheets in Brazil?

In Brazil, acrylic sheets (HS 392051) is classified under NCM 3920.51.00.