Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof, including plastics in primary forms, waste and scrap, semi-manufactures and finished products. This chapter classifies plastics according to processing stage and use, from raw materials to final products. Heading 3919 belongs to finished products, specifically self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics, a typical application of plastics in packaging, labeling, fixing and other fields. Heading 3919 includes self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics, of a width not exceeding 20 cm, as well as similar products of a width exceeding 20 cm but in rolls. These products usually exist in roll or sheet form and are self-adhesive, capable of adhering without additional adhesive. Common uses include packaging, sealing, insulation, labeling, etc. The first 2 digits 39 represent Chapter 39, plastics and articles thereof. Digits 3-4, 19, represent heading 3919, i.e., self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics. Digits 5-6, 10, represent subheading 391910, specifically self-adhesive plastic products in rolls of a width not exceeding 20 cm. If the width exceeds 20 cm, they are classified under 391990. Subheadings are further distinguished according to width and whether in rolls. The goods are self-adhesive materials made of plastics, with a width not exceeding 20 cm, usually in rolls. This conforms to the description of 391910. If the width exceeds 20 cm, they should be classified under 391990; if made of other materials such as paper or textiles, they are classified under other chapters. Therefore, width and material are the key distinguishing factors.
Chapter
Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof, including plastics in primary forms, waste and scrap, semi-manufactures and finished products. This chapter classifies plastics according to processing stage and use, from raw materials to final products. Heading 3919 belongs to finished products, specifically self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics, a typical application of plastics in packaging, labeling, fixing and other fields.
Heading
Heading 3919 includes self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics, of a width not exceeding 20 cm, as well as similar products of a width exceeding 20 cm but in rolls. These products usually exist in roll or sheet form and are self-adhesive, capable of adhering without additional adhesive. Common uses include packaging, sealing, insulation, labeling, etc.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 39 represent Chapter 39, plastics and articles thereof. Digits 3-4, 19, represent heading 3919, i.e., self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics. Digits 5-6, 10, represent subheading 391910, specifically self-adhesive plastic products in rolls of a width not exceeding 20 cm. If the width exceeds 20 cm, they are classified under 391990. Subheadings are further distinguished according to width and whether in rolls.
Classification Basis
The goods are self-adhesive materials made of plastics, with a width not exceeding 20 cm, usually in rolls. This conforms to the description of 391910. If the width exceeds 20 cm, they should be classified under 391990; if made of other materials such as paper or textiles, they are classified under other chapters. Therefore, width and material are the key distinguishing factors.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'self-adhesive plastic tape' or 'self-adhesive plastic film', which must be consistent with the actual goods. Material: The specific type of plastic, such as PVC, PE, PET, BOPP, etc., must be stated. Appearance: Describe the shape (roll, sheet), color, and dimensions (width, thickness, length). Whether self-adhesive: Clearly state whether it is self-adhesive, which is key to classification under 3919. Use: Explain the main use, such as packaging, sealing, insulation, labeling, etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, declare 'none'. Model: Declare the specific model or specification for easy identification. Packaging specification: Such as length per roll, number of rolls per carton, etc., which must be consistent with the declared unit. Product name: self-adhesive plastic tape; Material: BOPP; Appearance: in rolls, transparent, width 15 mm, thickness 0.05 mm, length 50 m; Whether self-adhesive: yes; Use: for sealing cartons; Brand: none; Model: none; Packaging specification: 50 meters per roll, 100 rolls per carton. Failure to state whether the width is ≤20 cm, resulting in incorrect classification. Mistakenly reporting non-self-adhesive products as self-adhesive, such as ordinary plastic film. The material is not declared specifically, only 'plastic', affecting customs review.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'self-adhesive plastic tape' or 'self-adhesive plastic film', which must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring it generally as 'plastic products' without reflecting the self-adhesive property.
Material
The specific type of plastic, such as PVC, PE, PET, BOPP, etc., must be stated.
⚠️ Writing only 'plastic' without specifying the specific composition.
Appearance
Describe the shape (roll, sheet), color, and dimensions (width, thickness, length).
⚠️ Failing to state whether the width is ≤20 cm, which affects classification.
Whether self-adhesive
Clearly state whether it is self-adhesive, which is key to classification under 3919.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring non-self-adhesive products as self-adhesive.
Use
Explain the main use, such as packaging, sealing, insulation, labeling, etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as 'industrial use'.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, declare 'none'.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or incorrectly reporting another brand.
Model
Declare the specific model or specification for easy identification.
⚠️ The model is incomplete or inconsistent with the actual goods.
Packaging specification
Such as length per roll, number of rolls per carton, etc., which must be consistent with the declared unit.
⚠️ Packaging specifications do not match the quantity unit.
Example： Product name: self-adhesive plastic tape; Material: BOPP; Appearance: in rolls, transparent, width 15 mm, thickness 0.05 mm, length 50 m; Whether self-adhesive: yes; Use: for sealing cartons; Brand: none; Model: none; Packaging specification: 50 meters per roll, 100 rolls per carton.
Common Mistakes：
Failure to state whether the width is ≤20 cm, resulting in incorrect classification.
Mistakenly reporting non-self-adhesive products as self-adhesive, such as ordinary plastic film.
The material is not declared specifically, only 'plastic', affecting customs review.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1. The material is plastic; 2. It is self-adhesive; 3. The width does not exceed 20 cm; 4. It is usually in rolls. At the same time, it is necessary to consider whether it has been further processed or combined with other materials. If the width exceeds 20 cm, it is classified under 391990; if it is made of other materials, it is classified under the corresponding chapter. 391990 Other self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics: 391990 covers self-adhesive plastic products of a width exceeding 20 cm or not in rolls, while 391910 covers those of a width ≤20 cm and in rolls. 481141 Self-adhesive tape of paper: 481141 is self-adhesive tape made of paper, while 391910 is made of plastics. 590610 Self-adhesive tape of textile fabrics: 590610 is self-adhesive tape made of textile fabrics, while 391910 is made of plastics. 350610 Adhesives put up for retail sale: 350610 is an adhesive product, not self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil or strip, and has a different form. 392099 Other non-self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics: 392099 covers non-self-adhesive plastic products, while 391910 is self-adhesive. Is the material plastic? Is it self-adhesive? Is the width ≤20 cm? Is it in rolls? Is it combined with other materials?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1. The material is plastic; 2. It is self-adhesive; 3. The width does not exceed 20 cm; 4. It is usually in rolls. At the same time, it is necessary to consider whether it has been further processed or combined with other materials. If the width exceeds 20 cm, it is classified under 391990; if it is made of other materials, it is classified under the corresponding chapter.
Confused Codes：
391990 - Other self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics
391990 covers self-adhesive plastic products of a width exceeding 20 cm or not in rolls, while 391910 covers those of a width ≤20 cm and in rolls.
481141 - Self-adhesive tape of paper
481141 is self-adhesive tape made of paper, while 391910 is made of plastics.
590610 - Self-adhesive tape of textile fabrics
590610 is self-adhesive tape made of textile fabrics, while 391910 is made of plastics.
350610 - Adhesives put up for retail sale
350610 is an adhesive product, not self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil or strip, and has a different form.
392099 - Other non-self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics
392099 covers non-self-adhesive plastic products, while 391910 is self-adhesive.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material plastic?
✓ Is it self-adhesive?
✓ Is the width ≤20 cm?
✓ Is it in rolls?
✓ Is it combined with other materials?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether self-adhesive plastic tape should be classified under 391910 or 391990? The key is width and whether it is in rolls. If the width is ≤20 cm and it is in rolls, classify under 391910; if the width is >20 cm, or although ≤20 cm it is not in rolls (such as in sheets), classify under 391990. When declaring, the width must be accurately measured and evidence of being in rolls provided. If self-adhesive plastic tape has printed patterns, does it affect classification? Generally it does not affect classification, and it is still classified under 3919. However, if the printed pattern makes it acquire its essential character (such as a trademark label), it may be classified as a label, and this must be judged in light of the specific use. It is recommended to provide sample pictures and a description of use. How to distinguish plastic self-adhesive tape from paper self-adhesive tape? Distinguish according to material. Plastic self-adhesive tape is classified under 3919, and paper self-adhesive tape under 4811. If it is a composite material, classify according to the predominant material or judge according to the chapter notes. When declaring, the material composition must be stated. If self-adhesive plastic film is used for packaging, is it classified under 391910? If it is in rolls, of a width ≤20 cm, and self-adhesive, classify under 391910. If the width is >20 cm, classify under 391990. If it is large-scale packaging film, it may be classified under 3920. Judgment must be made according to the actual specifications. In the declaration elements for 391910, how should 'whether self-adhesive' be filled in? Fill in 'yes' or 'no' according to the product characteristics. If the product itself is adhesive and can adhere without additional glue, fill in 'yes'. If it requires heating or adding solvent to adhere, fill in 'no'. What documents are required for importing self-adhesive plastic tape? Usually contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, customs declarations, etc. are required. If a brand or model is involved, an authorization letter or explanation must be provided. The specific requirements are subject to customs. What is the export tax rebate rate for 391910? The rebate rate will be adjusted with policy, so it is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult the local tax bureau. At present, it can be checked through the 'China Export Tax Rebate Consulting Network' or the electronic tax bureau. If the width of self-adhesive plastic tape is exactly 20 cm, which code is it classified under? According to the heading text, self-adhesive products of a width not exceeding 20 cm (i.e., ≤20 cm) and in rolls are classified under 391910. Therefore, a width of 20 cm should be classified under 391910. If the width exceeds 20 cm, classify under 391990.
Q: How to determine whether self-adhesive plastic tape should be classified under 391910 or 391990?
A: The key is width and whether it is in rolls. If the width is ≤20 cm and it is in rolls, classify under 391910; if the width is >20 cm, or although ≤20 cm it is not in rolls (such as in sheets), classify under 391990. When declaring, the width must be accurately measured and evidence of being in rolls provided.
Q: If self-adhesive plastic tape has printed patterns, does it affect classification?
A: Generally it does not affect classification, and it is still classified under 3919. However, if the printed pattern makes it acquire its essential character (such as a trademark label), it may be classified as a label, and this must be judged in light of the specific use. It is recommended to provide sample pictures and a description of use.
Q: How to distinguish plastic self-adhesive tape from paper self-adhesive tape?
A: Distinguish according to material. Plastic self-adhesive tape is classified under 3919, and paper self-adhesive tape under 4811. If it is a composite material, classify according to the predominant material or judge according to the chapter notes. When declaring, the material composition must be stated.
Q: If self-adhesive plastic film is used for packaging, is it classified under 391910?
A: If it is in rolls, of a width ≤20 cm, and self-adhesive, classify under 391910. If the width is >20 cm, classify under 391990. If it is large-scale packaging film, it may be classified under 3920. Judgment must be made according to the actual specifications.
Q: In the declaration elements for 391910, how should 'whether self-adhesive' be filled in?
A: Fill in 'yes' or 'no' according to the product characteristics. If the product itself is adhesive and can adhere without additional glue, fill in 'yes'. If it requires heating or adding solvent to adhere, fill in 'no'.
Q: What documents are required for importing self-adhesive plastic tape?
A: Usually contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, customs declarations, etc. are required. If a brand or model is involved, an authorization letter or explanation must be provided. The specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 391910?
A: The rebate rate will be adjusted with policy, so it is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult the local tax bureau. At present, it can be checked through the 'China Export Tax Rebate Consulting Network' or the electronic tax bureau.
Q: If the width of self-adhesive plastic tape is exactly 20 cm, which code is it classified under?
A: According to the heading text, self-adhesive products of a width not exceeding 20 cm (i.e., ≤20 cm) and in rolls are classified under 391910. Therefore, a width of 20 cm should be classified under 391910. If the width exceeds 20 cm, classify under 391990.
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