Product classification
HS code for Polyester film: 3920.69
Plastics, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyesters n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Classification of polyester film under HS 3920.69
Polyester film is classified under HS code 3920.69. This code is situated in Chapter 39, which covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3920 is dedicated to plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics that are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. Subheading 3920.69 specifically covers "other" polyesters not elsewhere specified. While polyethylene terephthalate (PET) has its own specific code (3920.62) in many versions of the Harmonized System, 3920.69 serves as the classification for films made from other polyester resins or specific blends that do not meet the strict PET definition. To fall under this code, the film must not be self-adhesive and must not be cellular (foam-like). The classification is based on the chemical composition of the plastic and the physical form—specifically that it is a flat, non-worked sheet or film. This material is widely used in packaging, industrial insulation, and photographic applications. The absence of reinforcement or backing is critical; if the film were backed with paper or fabric, it would move to heading 3921. Similarly, if the film were self-adhesive, it would be classified under 3919.
- Covers
- Non-adhesive polyester film and sheets
- Clear or tinted polyester film (non-cellular)
- BOPET film (if not specified under 3920.62)
- Polyester foil for industrial applications
- Also under 3920.69
- BASF PBT
- DuPont PTT (Sorona)
- Eastman specialty polyesters
- Mitsubishi Chemical various polyesters.
Codes often confused with 3920.69
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with 3919.90, which covers self-adhesive polyester films. Another common error is using 3921.90, which is for reinforced or laminated plastic sheets. Furthermore, 3920.62 is often used for PET films; 3920.69 should only be used if the polyester is not PET, or if the specific national tariff schedule directs all other polyester films to this subheading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 392069 (the code used for polyester film), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392069 (the code used for polyester film) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 11% 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 392069, not only polyester film.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $397M 30% of world exports
- 2 India $227M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $178M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $141M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $121M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 United States $84M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 polyester film
Brazil classifies polyester film under NCM 3920.69.00: HS 3920.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester film
What is the HS code for Polyester film?
The HS code for Polyester film is 392069 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyesters n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials). The HS code for non-cellular, non-reinforced, and non-adhesive polyester film is 3920.69.
How do I classify Polyester film for customs?
Polyester film is classified under HS code 392069 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyesters n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is adhesive-backed polyester film included here?
No, polyester film with an adhesive backing is classified under HS code 3919, which covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, and foil of plastics.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester film (HS 392069)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392069 (the code used for polyester film) in UN Comtrade data were China ($397M, 30% of world exports), India ($227M) and Germany ($178M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 polyester film (HS 392069)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 392069 (the code used for polyester film) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($141M, 11% of world imports), China ($121M) and the United States ($84M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 Polyester film the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392069 for Polyester 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 polyester film in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester film (HS 392069) is classified under NCM 3920.69.00.