HS Code for Self-adhesive plastic sheet

Self-adhesive plastic sheets are classified under HS code 391990. This code is located in Chapter 39, which covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3919 is dedicated to self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, and other flat shapes of plastics. The subheading 391990 is used for these products when they are not in rolls of a width not exceeding 20 cm (those narrow rolls are classified under 391910). The classification is determined by the material composition (plastic) and the presence of a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. These products are typically used for protective coatings, signage, or as raw materials for die-cutting into various shapes.

Products Included

• Self-adhesive PVC vinyl sheets
• Large rolls of adhesive-backed polyethylene film
• Self-adhesive polyester film in sheets
• Reflective plastic sheeting with adhesive backing

Common Misclassification

The most frequent error is confusing 391990 with 391910. The distinction is purely dimensional; 391910 is for narrow rolls (20 cm or less), while 391990 is for wider rolls or sheets. Another misclassification involves non-adhesive plastic sheets, which fall under 3920 or 3921 depending on whether they are cellular or reinforced. If the product is a finished article, such as a pre-cut screen protector for a specific phone model, it may be classified under 392690 as an article of plastic.

FAQ

What is the HS code for self-adhesive plastic sheet?

The HS code for self-adhesive plastic sheets (wider than 20 cm) is 391990.

What if the adhesive sheet is made of rubber?

If the base material is vulcanized rubber rather than plastic, the product would be classified in Chapter 40, likely under heading 4008.