Product classification
HS code for PET sheets: 3920.62
Plastics, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Classification of PET sheets under HS 3920.62
PET sheets are classified under HS code 3920.62. This classification is within Chapter 39 (Plastics). Heading 3920 covers plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics that are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. Subheading 3920.62 specifically covers those made of poly(ethylene terephthalate). These products are typically produced by extrusion or casting and are characterized by their flat, uniform shape. To qualify for this code, the PET sheet must not have an adhesive backing and must not be "cellular" (meaning it shouldn't be a foam). It also cannot be reinforced with materials like glass fiber or metal mesh. According to Note 10 to Chapter 39, the expression "plates, sheets, film, foil and strip" applies only to plates, sheets, film, foil and strip and to blocks of regular geometric shape, whether or not printed or otherwise surface-worked, uncut or cut into rectangles but not further worked. This code is widely used for clear packaging films, industrial liners, and photographic films. The material's clarity, tensile strength, and chemical resistance make it a staple in the packaging industry, and its classification is strictly based on its material composition and physical structure as a non-reinforced, non-cellular plastic product.
- Covers
- Clear PET film
- Biaxially oriented PET (BOPET) sheets
- Non-adhesive polyester film
- Rigid PET sheets for thermoforming
- PET foil for industrial use
- Unprinted PET packaging film
- Also under 3920.62
- Mylar (DuPont Teijin Films)
- Hostaphan (Mitsubishi Polyester Film)
- Veralite (Covestro, for PETG)
- Eastman (PETG).
Codes often confused with 3920.62
Common mistake. PET sheets are often misclassified under HS code 3919.90 if they have a self-adhesive layer. If the sheet is cellular (foam), it falls under 3921. Another common error is 3920.69, which is for other polyesters; however, because PET is specifically named in 3920.62, that code takes precedence. If the sheet is reinforced with a layer of metal, it may move to 3921.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 392062 (the code used for PET sheets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392062 (the code used for PET sheets) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% 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 392062, not only PET sheets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.8B 18% of world exports
- 2 Japan $1.2B 12% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $1.2B 12% of world exports
World total: $9.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $2.0B 20% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.1B 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $524M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $9.8B 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 codes for PET sheets
Brazil splits HS 3920.62 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3920.62.11PET film under 5 µm thick
- 3920.62.19PET film from 5 µm up to 40 µm thick
- 3920.62.91PET film over 40 µm, width over 12 cm, unworked
- 3920.62.99Other PET sheets and film over 40 µm
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about PET sheets
What is the HS code for PET sheets?
The HS code for PET sheets is 392062 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials). The HS code is 3920.62 for non-cellular, non-reinforced PET sheets.
How do I classify PET sheets for customs?
PET sheets is classified under HS code 392062 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are self-adhesive PET films included here?
No, self-adhesive films are classified under heading 3919, as 3920 specifically excludes self-adhesive products.
Which countries are the top exporters of PET sheets (HS 392062)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392062 (the code used for PET sheets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 18% of world exports), Japan ($1.2B) and South Korea ($1.2B). World exports came to about $9.6B, 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 PET sheets (HS 392062)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 392062 (the code used for PET sheets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.0B, 20% of world imports), the United States ($1.1B) and Japan ($524M). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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 PET sheets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392062 for PET 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 PET sheets in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 392062 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for PET sheets depends on the product's details: 3920.62.11 (PET film under 5 µm thick), 3920.62.19 (PET film from 5 µm up to 40 µm thick), 3920.62.91 (PET film over 40 µm, width over 12 cm, unworked), 3920.62.99 (Other PET sheets and film over 40 µm).