Product classification
HS code for Plastic panels: 3921.90
Plastics, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular.
Classification of plastic panels under HS 3921.90
Plastic panels are classified under HS code 3921.90, which covers plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics that are non-cellular and have been reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. This classification is determined by the physical structure of the panel. Unlike heading 3920, which covers products that are not reinforced or laminated, heading 3921 is intended for composite plastic products. The subheading 3921.90 specifically captures those made from plastics other than polymers of styrene, vinyl chloride, or polyurethanes, or those that do not meet the criteria for cellular plastics. The classification relies on the fact that the panel has not been further worked beyond a rectangular shape or surface treatment.
- Covers
- Laminated plastic sheets for industrial use
- Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) panels
- Composite plastic plates for signage
- Non-cellular plastic film combined with textile backing
- Reinforced plastic strips for manufacturing
- Surface-worked plastic sheets not further shaped
- Also under 3921.90
- Mylar film
- Lexan sheets
- Plexiglas panels
- Saran Wrap (film)
- Tyvek (spunbonded olefin, often considered for film-like applications)
Codes often confused with 3921.90
Common mistake. Plastic panels are often misclassified under HS code 3920.10 through 3920.99 if the importer fails to identify reinforcements or laminations. They are also confused with 3921.11 through 3921.19, which are strictly for cellular (foam-like) plastics. If the panels are specifically shaped or worked for use in construction (such as wall coverings), they might be incorrectly filed under 3925.90. Accurate classification requires a cross-sectional analysis to determine if the material is solid, cellular, or a composite.
Top exporters and importers of HS 392190 (the code used for plastic panels), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392190 (the code used for plastic panels) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.7% 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 392190, not only plastic panels.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $2.4B 13% of world exports
- 2 China $1.8B 9.6% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.7B 9.4% of world exports
World total: $18.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.6B 8.7% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 7.9% of world imports
- 3 France $944M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $18.1B 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 panels
Brazil splits HS 3921.90 into 6 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3921.90.11Melamine-formaldehyde, laminated/reinforced/backed
- 3921.90.12Cross-ply polyethylene fibre-reinforced sheets
- 3921.90.13PTFE-reinforced electrolysis membrane sheets
- 3921.90.19Other laminated, reinforced or supported plastics
- 3921.90.20PET film, gelatin/latex antistatic on both faces
- 3921.90.90Other non-cellular plastic plates and sheets
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic panels
What is the HS code for Plastic panels?
The HS code for Plastic panels is 392190 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular). The HS code for non-cellular, reinforced, or laminated plastic panels is 3921.90.
How do I classify Plastic panels for customs?
Plastic panels is classified under HS code 392190 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plastic wall tiles?
No, plastic wall tiles or coverings that are intended for permanent installation on walls or ceilings are generally classified under HS code 3925.90 as builders' ware.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic panels (HS 392190)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392190 (the code used for plastic panels) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($2.4B, 13% of world exports), China ($1.8B) and the United States ($1.7B). World exports came to about $18.5B, 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 panels (HS 392190)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 392190 (the code used for plastic panels) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.6B, 8.7% of world imports), Germany ($1.4B) and France ($944M). World imports came to about $18.1B, 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 panels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392190 for Plastic panels 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 panels in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 392190 into 6 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic panels depends on the product's details: 3921.90.11 (Melamine-formaldehyde, laminated/reinforced/backed), 3921.90.12 (Cross-ply polyethylene fibre-reinforced sheets), 3921.90.13 (PTFE-reinforced electrolysis membrane sheets), 3921.90.19 (Other laminated, reinforced or supported plastics), 3921.90.20 (PET film, gelatin/latex antistatic on both faces), 3921.90.90 (Other non-cellular plastic plates and sheets).