Product classification
HS code for Self-adhesive plastic film: 3919.90
Plastics, plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Classification of self-adhesive plastic film under HS 3919.90
HS code 3919.90 covers a broad range of self-adhesive plastic products, including plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, and strip. This classification is situated within Chapter 39, which is the primary chapter for plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3919 is specifically dedicated to flat shapes of plastics that are self-adhesive. The determination of the correct subheading within 3919 depends entirely on the dimensions and presentation of the product. Subheading 3919.10 is restricted to rolls with a width of 20 centimeters or less. Consequently, 3919.90 acts as the "other" category, encompassing all self-adhesive plastic films that are either in rolls wider than 20 cm or in flat shapes such as rectangular sheets. The term "self-adhesive" refers to materials that are coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that remains permanently tacky at room temperature and adheres to a variety of surfaces upon contact without the need for activation by water, solvent, or heat. This classification is often applied to industrial-grade vinyl used in signage, protective films for electronics, and large-scale adhesive sheets used in construction. It is important to note that the base material must be a plastic as defined in Note 1 to Chapter 39.
- Covers
- Large format self-adhesive vinyl sheets for signage
- Adhesive-backed plastic protective film in rolls wider than 20cm
- Self-adhesive window films for architectural use
- Double-sided adhesive plastic sheets
- Pressure-sensitive adhesive plastic foil
- Also under 3919.90
- 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film
- Avery Dennison vehicle wrap
- Oracal 651 vinyl
- Tesa ACXplus acrylic foam tape
- wide format shipping labels
Codes often confused with 3919.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 3919.10, which is only for narrow rolls (20cm or less). It is also frequently misclassified under 3920 or 3921, which cover plastic plates and films that are not self-adhesive. If the film is made of a specific material like cellular plastic, it might be directed toward 3921, but the self-adhesive property usually gives 3919 precedence.
Top exporters and importers of HS 391990 (the code used for self-adhesive plastic film), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 391990 (the code used for self-adhesive plastic film) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% 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 391990, not only self-adhesive plastic film.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $4.7B 23% of world exports
- 2 Japan $2.5B 12% of world exports
- 3 United States $2.4B 12% of world exports
World total: $20.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $2.6B 13% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$1.2B 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $1.2B 5.8% of world imports
World total: $19.9B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 self-adhesive plastic film
Brazil splits HS 3919.90 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3919.90.10Self-adhesive polypropylene, except rolls to 20 cm
- 3919.90.20Self-adhesive PVC, except rolls to 20 cm
- 3919.90.90Other self-adhesive plastic, except rolls to 20 cm
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about self-adhesive plastic film
What is the HS code for Self-adhesive plastic film?
The HS code for Self-adhesive plastic film is 391990 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm). The HS code is 3919.90 for film in rolls wider than 20cm or in flat sheets.
How do I classify Self-adhesive plastic film for customs?
Self-adhesive plastic film is classified under HS code 391990 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is narrow adhesive tape included here?
No, adhesive tape in rolls with a width of 20cm or less is classified under 3919.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of self-adhesive plastic film (HS 391990)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 391990 (the code used for self-adhesive plastic film) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.7B, 23% of world exports), Japan ($2.5B) and the United States ($2.4B). World exports came to about $20.4B, 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 self-adhesive plastic film (HS 391990)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 391990 (the code used for self-adhesive plastic film) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.6B, 13% of world imports), Vietnam (about $1.2B) and the United States ($1.2B). World imports came to about $19.9B, 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 Self-adhesive plastic film the same in all countries?
The base HS code 391990 for Self-adhesive plastic 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 self-adhesive plastic film in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 391990 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for self-adhesive plastic film depends on the product's details: 3919.90.10 (Self-adhesive polypropylene, except rolls to 20 cm), 3919.90.20 (Self-adhesive PVC, except rolls to 20 cm), 3919.90.90 (Other self-adhesive plastic, except rolls to 20 cm).