Acrylic Plastic Thermoforming Sheet
CN β US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3920591000 | 41.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3921190090 | 41.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3921905050 | 39.8% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3920515090 | 41.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3906902000 | 41.3% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3906100000 | 41.3% | CN | US | Official Doc |
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π― Acrylic Plastic Thermoforming Sheet
π HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Expert-Level Import Strategy
π One Product, Five HS Codes β Know the Difference to Avoid 45%+ Tariffs!
π¦ I. Product Definition & Classification: What Is an Acrylic Plastic Thermoforming Sheet?
An acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet is a flat, flexible sheet made from acrylic polymers (e.g., polymethyl methacrylate or PMMA), shaped through heat and pressure into custom forms (e.g., signage, display cases, automotive parts, medical enclosures).
β οΈ Critical Distinction:
- If it's pure acrylic sheet (no additives, no composite layers) β HS Code 3920.59.10.00 or 3920.51.50.90
- If it's not pure acrylic, but general plastic β HS Code 3921.19.00.90 or 3921.90.50.50
- If itβs in raw, unprocessed form β HS Code 3906.90.20.00 or 3906.10.00.00π Key Clue:
- "Thermoforming sheet" = plastic sheet ready for shaping
- "Acrylic" = specifically PMMA or acrylic polymer
- "Sheet" = flat, non-structural, non-embossed
π II. HS Code Breakdown (2026 Official Tariff Matrix)
| HS Code | Product Description | Material Type | Form | Why This Code? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3920.59.10.00 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, made of acrylic polymer, in sheet form | Acrylic Polymer | Sheet | Matches 3920.59.10.00: "Plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of acrylic polymer" |
3921.19.00.90 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, plastic material, sheet form, other | General Plastic | Sheet | Falls under 3921.19.00.90: "Other plastic sheets" |
3921.90.50.50 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, plastic, sheet, no conflict | General Plastic | Sheet | Matches 3921.90.50.50: "Other plastic sheets" |
3920.51.50.90 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, made of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), sheet form | PMMA (Acrylic) | Sheet | Matches 3920.51.50.90: "Plates, sheets, film, etc., of PMMA" |
3906.90.20.00 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, acrylic polymer, in primary form | Acrylic Polymer | Sheet | Fits 3906.90.20.00: "Other primary forms of plastic" |
3906.10.00.00 |
Acrylic plastic thermoforming sheet, PMMA, in primary form | PMMA | Sheet | Matches 3906.10.00.00: "Primary forms of acrylic polymers" |
β Bottom Line:
- Acrylic = PMMA = Acrylic Polymer β Use 3920.51.50.90 or 3920.59.10.00
- General plastic = not pure acrylic β Use 3921.19.00.90 or 3921.90.50.50
- Raw, unprocessed sheet β Use 3906.10.00.00 or 3906.90.20.00
π° III. 2026 Tariff Breakdown (US Market β China Origin)
β Applicable Country: United States (US)
β Origin: China (CN)
β Effective Date: November 10, 2025
β All rates apply to CIF value
π― 1. 3920.59.10.00 β Acrylic Sheet (Acrylic Polymer, Sheet)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.0% |
| Section 301 (USITC) Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (IEEPA) Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 41.0% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 41.0% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available (denied under 9903.01.25) |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3920.59.10.00 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π Explanation:
- 25% USITC = 301 Tariff on Chinese goods under Section 301 of Trade Act
- 10% IEEPA = Emergency powers on China-origin goods (since 2025)
- Total: 41% β High-risk, high-cost β Must verify material purity!
π― 2. 3921.19.00.90 β Other Plastic Sheet (General Plastic, Sheet)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.5% |
| USITC Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| IEEPA Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 41.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 41.5% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9901.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3921.19.00.90 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π Note:
- Even if the sheet is acrylic, if not declared as pure acrylic polymer, it may be misclassified β 41.5% instead of 41.0%
- Small error = 0.5% higher tax β $5,000 more on $1M shipment!
π― 3. 3921.90.50.50 β Other Plastic Sheet (General Plastic, Sheet)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 4.8% |
| USITC Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| IEEPA Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 39.8% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 39.8% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9901.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3921.90.50.50 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π Why Lower?
- Lower base rate (4.8%) due to non-acrylic plastic classification
- Still subject to 25% + 10% β Total 39.8%
- Only valid if material is NOT acrylic β Misclassification risk!
π― 4. 3920.51.50.90 β PMMA Sheet (Polymethyl Methacrylate, Sheet)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.5% |
| USITC Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| IEEPA Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 41.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 41.5% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9901.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3920.51.50.90 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π Key Insight:
- PMMA = Acrylic = Acrylic Polymer β Should be 3920.59.10.00
- But if declared as PMMA, US Customs may apply 41.5%
- Always verify whether 3920.59.10.00 is the correct code for PMMA sheet
π― 5. 3906.90.20.00 β Primary Form, Acrylic Polymer
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.3% |
| USITC Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| IEEPA Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 41.3% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 41.3% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3906.90.20.00 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π When to Use?
- Only if the sheet is in primary form (i.e., not yet thermoformed, not cut, not shaped)
- If already thermoformed, do NOT use this code β Risk of audit & penalty
π― 6. 3906.10.00.00 β Primary Form, PMMA
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.3% |
| USITC Additional Duty | +25.0% |
| IEEPA Emergency Duty | +10.0% |
| Total Effective Tariff | 41.3% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Γ 41.3% |
| De Minimis Exemption | β Not available |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 β IEEPA:9903.01.24 β USITC:3906.10.00.00 β FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
π Use Only If:
- Sheet is raw, unprocessed, uncut, unshaped
- Not thermoformed
- No surface treatment (e.g., anti-reflective coating, UV protection)
π οΈ IV. Customs Clearance Best Practices (Pro Tips to Save $10K+)
β 1. Required Documentation (MUST Provide)
| Document | Required? | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| β Product Specification Sheet | βοΈ | Prove material is acrylic polymer or PMMA |
| β Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) | βοΈ | Confirm no additives or composite layers |
| β Certificate of Origin (CO) | βοΈ | If from China β 41%+ tax applies |
| β Lab Test Report (e.g., FTIR, DSC) | βοΈ | Prove acrylic polymer composition |
| β Commercial Invoice | βοΈ | Must state: "Acrylic Plastic Thermoforming Sheet, PMMA, Sheet Form" |
| β Product Photos (with label) | βοΈ | Show thickness, size, surface finish |
| β Packing List | βοΈ | Show total weight, number of sheets, packaging |
β 2.η³ζ₯ζε·§ (Key Rules)
π₯ "Material First, Form Second, Origin Last!"
| Scenario | Correct HS Code | Wrong Code | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure acrylic sheet, uncut | 3920.59.10.00 or 3920.51.50.90 |
3921.19.00.90 |
+0.5% tax |
| PMMA sheet, labeled as acrylic | 3920.51.50.90 |
3906.10.00.00 |
Wrong form β audit risk |
| Already thermoformed | 3920.59.10.00 |
3906.10.00.00 |
Wrong classification β penalty |
| Mixed plastic (not acrylic) | 3921.19.00.90 |
3920.59.10.00 |
False claim β fines |
β 3. Special Cases & Solutions
| Case | Solution |
|---|---|
| Acrylic sheet with UV coating | Still 3920.59.10.00 β no change |
| Acrylic sheet with anti-glare film | Still 3920.59.10.00 β as long as not laminated |
| Acrylic sheet with embossing | Use 3920.59.10.00 β if still sheet form |
| Acrylic sheet cut into shapes | Use 3920.59.10.00 β if not assembled into product |
| Acrylic sheet used in medical device | Can apply for non-commercial exemption β requires FDA letter |
π V. Global Market Tariff Comparison (2026)
| Country | Recommended HS Code | Tariff | Certification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| πΊπΈ USA (China origin) | 3920.59.10.00 |
41.0% | None (but must prove material) | Highest tariff |
| π¨π³ China | 3920.59.10.00 |
5% | CCC | No extra duties |
| πͺπΊ EU | 3920.59.10.00 |
0% | CE | No 301/IEEPA |
| π¦πΊ Australia | 3920.59.10.00 |
5% | RCM | No extra duties |
| π―π΅ Japan | 3920.59.10.00 |
0% | PSE | No extra duties |
π Insight:
- Only the US imposes 41%+ tariffs on acrylic sheets from China
- China, EU, Japan, Australia have no additional emergency duties
π VI. Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them (Real-World Cases)
β Mistake 1: Using 3906.10.00.00 for thermoformed acrylic sheet
π Result: Customs rejects β reclassification, penalty, 41.3% tax + interest
β Mistake 2: Labeling as "plastic sheet" without specifying acrylic
π Result: Misclassified as 3921.19.00.90 β 41.5% instead of 41.0%
β Mistake 3: Not providing test report for material
π Result: Customs delays β $5K+ in demurrage fees
β Mistake 4: Using 3921.90.50.50 for acrylic sheet
π Result: False claim β penalty + audit
β Correct Way:
βAcrylic Plastic Thermoforming Sheet, Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), 2mm thick, 1200x1800mm, uncut, uncoated, for signage useβ
π― VII. Final Verdict: Accuracy = Profit
πΉ "Acrylic β Plastic" β Know the difference!
πΉ "Sheet β Formed" β Donβt use primary form code for thermoformed!
πΉ "China origin = 41%+ tariff" β Plan ahead!
π£ Act Now: Avoid $10K+ in Unexpected Tariffs!
π Contact a customs broker + request HS Code pre-ruling
π Submit test reports + product specs + photos
πΌ Get your code confirmed before shipment!
β¨ Pro Tip:
If your acrylic sheet is originating from Vietnam, Mexico, or Thailand, you may qualify for IEEPA exemption β 0% additional duty!
π Your Product. Your Risk. Your Cost.
π― Precise HS Code = Smooth Clearance = Profit Protection!
π Professional Customs, One Code at a Time.
πΌ Donβt let a wrong HS Code sink your margins!
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About HS Code Classification
The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized nomenclature developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to classify traded products. Over 200 countries use the HS system as the basis for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and import/export regulations.
Each HS code follows a hierarchical structure:
- Chapter (2 digits) β Broad category of goods (e.g., Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances)
- Heading (4 digits) β More specific grouping within the chapter
- Subheading (6 digits) β Internationally standardized breakdown, used by all WCO member countries
- National subdivisions (8-10 digits) β Country-specific extensions for further classification, such as US HTSUS 10-digit codes
Correct HS code classification is essential for smooth customs clearance, accurate duty payment, and compliance with trade regulations. Misclassification can lead to customs delays, overpayment of duties, or penalties.
When importing from CN to US, the applicable tariff rates may include:
- Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate β The standard duty rate applied to WTO members
- General rate β Applied to countries without trade agreements
- Trade remedy duties β Additional tariffs such as Section 301 (anti-dumping), Section 232 (national security), or countervailing duties
The information provided on this page is for reference purposes only. For official classification, please consult with your local customs authority or a licensed customs broker.