Product classification
HS code for Plastic kitchenware: 3924.10
Plastics, tableware and kitchenware.
Classification of plastic kitchenware under HS 3924.10
Plastic kitchenware is classified under HS code 3924.10, which is part of Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles thereof). This specific subheading is dedicated to tableware and kitchenware. The classification is primarily governed by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 3924 specifically includes household articles and hygienic or toilet articles of plastics. The Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System (ENHS) further clarify that this heading covers items such as plates, cups, saucers, bowls, and various kitchen utensils like spatulas and ladles. To be classified under 3924.10, the items must be intended for use in the kitchen or for serving food and drink. A key factor in this classification is the material composition; the article must be made of plastic. If the item is a composite of multiple materials, GRI 3(b) may be applied to determine the essential character. For most standard plastic kitchenware, the plastic provides the essential character, ensuring its place in 3924.10. Furthermore, this code excludes items that are considered furniture under Chapter 94 or those that are primarily decorative under 3926.40.
- Covers
- Plastic plates, bowls, and saucers
- Plastic drinking cups and tumblers
- Plastic cutlery including knives, forks, and spoons
- Plastic kitchen tools like spatulas, whisks, and tongs
- Plastic food storage containers for household use
- Plastic colanders and salad spinners
- Also under 3924.10
- Tupperware containers
- Rubbermaid food savers
- IKEA plastic plates
- Solo cups
- OXO Good Grips kitchen tools
Codes often confused with 3924.10
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying plastic kitchenware under HS code 3923.10, which covers boxes, cases, crates, and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods. While both headings involve plastic containers, 3923 is for commercial packaging, whereas 3924 is for household use. Another common mistake is using 3926.90, the residual category for other plastic articles. This should only be used if the item does not fit the specific description of kitchenware or tableware. Additionally, if the kitchenware is made of melamine, it still falls under 3924.10, but some importers mistakenly look for specific chemical headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 392410 (the code used for plastic kitchenware), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392410 (the code used for plastic kitchenware) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% 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 392410, not only plastic kitchenware.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $8.9B 60% of world exports
- 2 Germany $455M 3.1% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $421M 2.9% of world exports
World total: $14.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.1B 32% of world imports
- 2 Germany $685M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 France $479M 3.8% of world imports
World total: $12.8B 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 code for plastic kitchenware
Brazil classifies plastic kitchenware under NCM 3924.10.00: HS 3924.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic kitchenware
What is the HS code for Plastic kitchenware?
The HS code for Plastic kitchenware is 392410 (Plastics; tableware and kitchenware). The standard HS code for plastic kitchenware, including tableware and utensils, is 3924.10.
How do I classify Plastic kitchenware for customs?
Plastic kitchenware is classified under HS code 392410 — Plastics; tableware and kitchenware. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic water bottles classified here?
No, plastic bottles used for the conveyance of beverages are typically classified under HS code 3923.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic kitchenware (HS 392410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392410 (the code used for plastic kitchenware) in UN Comtrade data were China ($8.9B, 60% of world exports), Germany ($455M) and the Netherlands ($421M). World exports came to about $14.7B, 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 kitchenware (HS 392410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 392410 (the code used for plastic kitchenware) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.1B, 32% of world imports), Germany ($685M) and France ($479M). World imports came to about $12.8B, 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 Plastic kitchenware the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392410 for Plastic kitchenware 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 kitchenware in Brazil?
In Brazil, plastic kitchenware (HS 392410) is classified under NCM 3924.10.00.