Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 39169050: Rods, Sticks and Profile Shapes of Plastics

The HS Code 39169050 refers to rods, sticks, and profile shapes made of plastics. These products are classified under this code when they are at most surface-worked and are not elsewhere specified or included (nesoi).

Plastics are versatile materials that are widely used in various industries. They offer numerous advantages such as durability, flexibility, and resistance to corrosion and chemicals. The HS Code 39169050 specifically covers plastic rods, sticks, and profile shapes that have undergone minimal surface work.

When importing or exporting products classified under HS Code 39169050, it is important to consider the relevant trade regulations and tariff rates. The bound or Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate for this HS code is 5.8%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners.

The quantity unit for products classified under HS Code 39169050 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight of the imported or exported plastic rods, sticks, and profile shapes.

There are also special tariff preference programs available for products classified under HS Code 39169050. These programs provide duty-free treatment for eligible countries. Some of the special tariff preference programs applicable to this HS code include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Australia Special Rate - Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) provides duty-free treatment
• Bahrain Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• NAFTA for Canada - Provides duty-free treatment
• Chile Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Israel Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Jordan Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• Morocco Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• NAFTA for Mexico - Provides duty-free treatment
• Oman Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Peru Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment
• Singapore Special Rate - Provides duty-free treatment

When importing products classified under HS Code 39169050 into the United States, it is essential to consider the specific regulations and requirements of both the importing and exporting US states. Compliance with these regulations ensures smooth customs clearance and trade facilitation.

HS Code 39169050 pertains to rods, sticks, and profile shapes made of plastics that have undergone minimal surface work. It is important to be aware of the relevant trade regulations, tariff rates, and special tariff preference programs when importing or exporting products classified under this HS code.