HS Code for Polypropylene foil
Polypropylene foil is classified under HS code 3920.20. This classification is part of Chapter 39, which governs plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3920 is reserved for other plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics, provided they are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. The subheading 3920.20 specifically covers products made from polymers of propylene. In the context of the HS, "foil" generally refers to very thin sheets or films, often used for packaging or industrial applications. To qualify for this code, the foil must be "worked" only on the surface (e.g., polished, embossed, or printed) and must not be self-adhesive. If the polypropylene foil were combined with a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, it would be reclassified under heading 3919. The distinction between "foil" and "sheet" in this context is often based on thickness, but both are covered under this heading as long as they are not cellular (foam-like) or reinforced with textile or metal layers. This code is widely used for Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) films, which are stretched in two directions to improve clarity and strength, provided they are not laminated with other plastics or materials.
Products Included
- Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) film
- Cast Polypropylene (CPP) film
- Non-adhesive polypropylene foil
- Unreinforced polypropylene sheets
- Printed polypropylene packaging film
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification for polypropylene foil is HS code 3919.10 or 3919.90, which covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, and foil. If the product has a sticky backing, it must be moved to 3919. Another error involves 3921.90, which is for reinforced or laminated plastics. If the PP foil is bonded to a layer of polyethylene or aluminum, it is no longer classified under 3920.20.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Polypropylene foil?
The HS code for non-adhesive, non-cellular polypropylene foil is 3920.20.
Can BOPP film be classified under this code?
Yes, BOPP film is typically classified under 3920.20, provided it is not self-adhesive and has not been laminated with other materials.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Polypropylene foil?
The HS code for Polypropylene foil is 392020 (Plastics; of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials).
How do I classify Polypropylene foil for customs?
Polypropylene foil is classified under HS code 392020 — Plastics; of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Polypropylene foil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392020 for Polypropylene foil is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.