Product classification
HS code for Plastic profile: 3916.90
Plastics, monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked.
Classification of plastic profile under HS 3916.90
Plastic profiles are classified under HS code 3916.90. This code is designated for monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks, and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked. The classification is based on the product having a constant cross-section throughout its length. The subheading 3916.90 is a residual category for profiles made from plastics other than polymers of ethylene (3916.10) or polymers of vinyl chloride (3916.20). These items are typically semi-finished products used in further manufacturing. If the profile has been cut to a specific length and worked into a finished article, it would move to a different classification, but in its continuous or bulk form, it remains under 3916.
- Covers
- Extruded plastic rods and sticks
- Plastic monofilament with diameter > 1mm
- Custom-shaped plastic profiles for industrial frames
- Plastic edging strips in continuous lengths
- Solid plastic bars of various cross-sections
- Surface-finished plastic profile shapes
- Also under 3916.90
- Delrin (POM) machining stock
- Lexan (PC) structural profiles
- Teflon (PTFE) rods for chemical applications
- Ultem (PEI) aerospace profiles
Codes often confused with 3916.90
Common mistake. Plastic profiles are often confused with HS code 3917, which is specifically for tubes, pipes, and hoses. The distinction lies in whether the item is hollow (3917) or solid/profiled (3916). Another common error is classifying them under 3925.20 if they are intended for use as window or door frames; however, 3925.20 is for finished frames, whereas 3916.90 is for the raw profile material. Additionally, if the cross-section is not constant, the item may fall under 3926.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391690 (the code used for plastic profile), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391690 (the code used for plastic profile) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.0% 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 391690, not only plastic profile.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $706M 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $292M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $274M 9.0% of world imports
- 2 United States $248M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 France $149M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 profile
Brazil splits HS 3916.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3916.90.10Monofilament of other plastics, over 1 mm
- 3916.90.90Rods, sticks and profiles of other plastics
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic profile
What is the HS code for Plastic profile?
The HS code for Plastic profile is 391690 (Plastics; monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked). The HS code for plastic profiles made of miscellaneous polymers is 3916.90.
How do I classify Plastic profile for customs?
Plastic profile is classified under HS code 391690 — Plastics; monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the plastic profile is made of PVC?
If the profile is made of polymers of vinyl chloride (PVC), it should be classified under HS code 3916.20 instead of 3916.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic profile (HS 391690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391690 (the code used for plastic profile) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 29% of world exports), Germany ($706M) and the United States ($292M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 profile (HS 391690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391690 (the code used for plastic profile) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($274M, 9.0% of world imports), the United States ($248M) and France ($149M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 profile the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391690 for Plastic profile 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 profile in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 391690 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic profile depends on the product's details: 3916.90.10 (Monofilament of other plastics, over 1 mm), 3916.90.90 (Rods, sticks and profiles of other plastics).