Product classification
HS code for Plastic adhesive film: 3919.10
Plastics, plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Classification of plastic adhesive film under HS 3919.10
Plastic adhesive film is classified under HS code 3919.10 when it is presented in rolls with a width not exceeding 20 centimeters. This classification falls under Chapter 39, which covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3919 is specifically designated for self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, and other flat shapes of plastics. The determination of the subheading depends entirely on the physical dimensions of the roll. Subheading 3919.10 is a restrictive category for narrow rolls (20cm or less), which are typically used for retail, office, or specific industrial taping applications. The film must be coated with an adhesive layer that is pressure-sensitive or otherwise self-bonding at room temperature to qualify for this heading. This classification follows GRI 1 and the specific nomenclature of the 3919 subheadings.
- Covers
- Self-adhesive clear plastic tape
- PVC electrical insulation tape
- Double-sided plastic adhesive tape in narrow rolls
- Pressure-sensitive protective plastic film (under 20cm)
- Polyester adhesive strips in rolls
- Also under 3919.10
- 3M Scotch Magic Tape
- Tesa masking tape
- Nitto electrical tape
- Gorilla Tape (narrow rolls)
- Johnson & Johnson medical tape
Codes often confused with 3919.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is using HS code 3919.90, which is for adhesive plastic films in rolls wider than 20 centimeters or in non-roll flat shapes. Importers must accurately measure the width to distinguish between 3919.10 and 3919.90. Another error is classifying the product under 3920 or 3921, which cover plastic films that are not self-adhesive. If the film requires heat or a separate glue to stick, it cannot be classified under 3919. Additionally, if the tape is made of unvulcanized rubber, it belongs in Chapter 40.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391910 (the code used for plastic adhesive film), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391910 (the code used for plastic adhesive film) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 9.3% 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 391910, not only plastic adhesive film.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.9B 24% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.0B 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $923M 12% of world exports
World total: $8.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $742M 9.3% of world imports
- 2 Germany $650M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 United States $610M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $8.0B 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 plastic adhesive film
Brazil splits HS 3919.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3919.10.10Self-adhesive polypropylene rolls, max 20 cm wide
- 3919.10.20Self-adhesive PVC rolls, max 20 cm wide
- 3919.10.90Other self-adhesive plastic rolls, max 20 cm wide
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic adhesive film
What is the HS code for Plastic adhesive film?
The HS code for Plastic adhesive film is 391910 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm). For rolls 20cm wide or less, the HS code is 3919.10. For rolls wider than 20cm, the HS code is 3919.90.
How do I classify Plastic adhesive film for customs?
Plastic adhesive film is classified under HS code 391910 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is surgical plastic tape classified here?
No, adhesive tapes specifically designed for medical or surgical use are generally classified under HS code 3005.10 as adhesive dressings.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic adhesive film (HS 391910)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391910 (the code used for plastic adhesive film) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.9B, 24% of world exports), Germany ($1.0B) and the United States ($923M). World exports came to about $8.0B, 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 plastic adhesive film (HS 391910)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391910 (the code used for plastic adhesive film) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($742M, 9.3% of world imports), Germany ($650M) and the United States ($610M). World imports came to about $8.0B, 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 Plastic adhesive film the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391910 for Plastic adhesive film 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 plastic adhesive film in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 391910 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic adhesive film depends on the product's details: 3919.10.10 (Self-adhesive polypropylene rolls, max 20 cm wide), 3919.10.20 (Self-adhesive PVC rolls, max 20 cm wide), 3919.10.90 (Other self-adhesive plastic rolls, max 20 cm wide).