HS Chapter 39 — Plastics and articles thereof
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 39 covers
Polymers, primary forms of plastic, and articles made of plastics.
Common HS headings in Chapter 39
- 3901 Polymers of ethylene
- 3915 Plastic waste
- 3926 Other plastic articles
Classification notes
Primary-form vs finished article and polymer type drive classification.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 39
What Chapter 39 covers
Polymers, primary forms of plastic, and articles made of plastics.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 39?
Common HS headings in Chapter 39 include: 3901 Polymers of ethylene; 3915 Plastic waste; 3926 Other plastic articles.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 39 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 39 products?
Primary-form vs finished article and polymer type drive classification.