HS Code for Unsaturated polyester sheets
Unsaturated polyester sheets are classified under HS code 3920.63. This classification is governed by the physical form of the plastic and the specific polymer type. Heading 3920 covers plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics that are non-cellular and have not been reinforced, laminated, supported, or similarly combined with other materials. The subheading 3920.63 specifically identifies these products when they are made from unsaturated polyesters. These sheets are typically produced through casting or extrusion and are considered semi-finished products. To fall under this code, the sheets must not be self-adhesive (which would move them to 3919) and must not have been worked beyond surface treatments like printing, embossing, or simple cutting into rectangular shapes. The classification is strictly for 'simple' sheets; if the unsaturated polyester is reinforced with glass fibers (FRP), it is excluded from 3920 and must be classified under heading 3921, which covers other plates and sheets of plastics.
Products Included
- Non-cellular unsaturated polyester sheets
- Unsaturated polyester films (non-adhesive)
- Clear or tinted polyester foil
- Rigid unsaturated polyester plates (unreinforced)
- Flexible polyester strips in rolls
Common Misclassification
A frequent error is classifying reinforced polyester sheets under 3920.63. If the sheet contains fiberglass or other reinforcing agents, it must be classified under 3921.90. Another common misclassification involves self-adhesive polyester films, which belong under HS code 3919.10 (in rolls) or 3919.90 (in sheets). Finally, sheets made of saturated polyesters (like PET) are classified under 3920.62, not 3920.63.
FAQ
What is the HS code for unsaturated polyester sheets?
The HS code for non-cellular, unreinforced unsaturated polyester sheets is 3920.63.
Can reinforced fiberglass sheets be classified here?
No, sheets reinforced with fiberglass or other materials are classified under HS code 3921.90, as 3920 is reserved for non-reinforced products.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Unsaturated polyester sheets?
The HS code for Unsaturated polyester sheets is 392063 (Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of unsaturated polyesters, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials).
How do I classify Unsaturated polyester sheets for customs?
Unsaturated polyester sheets is classified under HS code 392063 — Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of unsaturated polyesters, 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 Unsaturated polyester sheets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392063 for Unsaturated polyester sheets is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.