Find HS Code and trade information for blister packaging box

Blister Packaging Box

Blister packaging is a pre-formed plastic packaging used for small items. It is widely utilized in a variety of industries due to its low cost, good product visibility, and tamper resistance.

Material

The primary material is typically a thermoformed plastic, most commonly:

• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): A rigid, clear plastic, cost-effective and widely used. However, environmental concerns have led to a decrease in its use.
• Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): A clear, strong, and recyclable plastic. Increasingly popular as a more sustainable alternative to PVC.
• Polypropylene (PP): Offers good chemical resistance and is suitable for applications requiring higher temperatures.
• Polystyrene (PS): Often used for disposable applications due to its low cost.
• Other materials: Including bio-plastics for eco-friendly options.

The plastic is often combined with a paperboard backing, frequently coated with clay or wax for printing and improved aesthetics.

Purpose

• Product Protection: Shields items from damage, dust, and moisture.
• Tamper Evidence: Provides a clear indication if the packaging has been opened or compromised.
• Product Display: Allows customers to see the product clearly, aiding in purchasing decisions.
• Portion Control: Useful for packaging single-use or specific quantities of items.
• Brand Enhancement: The paperboard backing can be custom-printed with branding and product information.

Function

Blister packaging functions by thermoforming the plastic sheet into a specific shape that conforms to the product. The product is then inserted into the formed plastic cavity. The plastic is then sealed to a paperboard backing, often through heat sealing, cold forming, or other methods. The packaging is designed to require tools (scissors, knives) or significant force to open, providing tamper evidence.

Usage Scenarios

• Pharmaceuticals: Packaging pills, capsules, tablets, and medical devices.
• Consumer Goods: Packaging batteries, hardware, toys, stationery, and electronics accessories.
• Food Industry: Packaging candies, gums, and small food items.
• Retail: Packaging items for point-of-sale display and impulse purchases.
• Cosmetics: Packaging samples, small makeup items, and applicators.

Common Types

• Full Blister Pack: The product is fully encased in a plastic blister sealed to a backing card.
• Clamshell Blister Pack: Two pre-formed plastic halves are hinged together, enclosing the product.
• Tray Pack: A shallow plastic tray with a product sealed to a backing card.
• Carded Blister Pack: The product is attached to a paperboard card with plastic features to secure it.
• Slide Pack: The product is slid into a plastic blister that is attached to a paperboard card.

Blister packaging boxes fall under the category of articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics. Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 3923102000: Specifically shaped or fitted for the conveyance or packing of semiconductor wafers, masks or reticles of subheadings 3923.10 or 8486.90. This code applies to boxes, cases, crates and similar articles made of plastics.

  • 39: Plastics and articles thereof. This chapter covers a wide range of plastic products.
  • 23: Plastics, sheathing materials, films, foils, plates, strips and the like, in rolls of a width ≤ 600 mm or of a length ≤ 10 m.
  • 10: Boxes, cases, crates and similar articles.
  • 20: Specifically shaped or fitted for the conveyance or packing of semiconductor wafers, masks or reticles of subheadings 3923.10 or 8486.90.

• 3923109000: Other boxes, cases, crates and similar articles. This code also applies to boxes, cases, crates and similar articles made of plastics, but for applications other than those specifically for semiconductor wafers, masks, or reticles.

  • 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • 23: Plastics, sheathing materials, films, foils, plates, strips and the like, in rolls of a width ≤ 600 mm or of a length ≤ 10 m.
  • 10: Boxes, cases, crates and similar articles.
  • 90: Other.

Regarding HS codes 3923102000 and 3923109000, the basic customs tariff is 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%. After April 2, 2025, the additional tariff will increase to 30.0%, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0% (for 3923102000) or 58.0% (for 3923109000).