What is HS-4 3923 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
3923 — Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics
Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 3923 when importing or exporting plastic articles designed for packing or conveying goods, such as plastic crates or bottles. For example, if you're shipping plastic boxes for food storage, this heading applies.
Choosing the right HS-6 line under 3923 can be tricky. If your shipment includes plastic sacks made from ethylene polymers, you should classify it under 392321. However, if the sacks are made from other types of plastics, 392329 is the correct choice.
Another common decision involves closures. If you're dealing with plastic caps or lids, you’ll want to use 392350. For other packing articles that don’t fit neatly into the specified categories, consider 392390 for items not elsewhere classified.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
plastic packing articles · plastic closures · HS-4 3923 · plastic boxes and crates · ethylene polymer bags · plastic bottles and flasks · plastic stoppers and lids · plastic sacks classification · packing goods with plastics · plastic articles for conveyance
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Plastic boxes for food storage
- Plastic bags for shipping clothing
- Plastic bottles for beverages
- Plastic crates for transporting produce
- Plastic caps for jars
- Plastic spools for thread
- Plastic sacks for bulk grains
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How do I classify plastic bags for shipping?
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Are plastic crates covered under HS-4 3923?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 3923?
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How to determine the right HS-6 code for plastic closures?
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What is the difference between HS-6 392321 and 392329?
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Related topics
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how to classify plastic packing articles
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difference between HS-6 codes for plastics
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importing plastic crates and boxes
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exporting plastic bags for goods
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plastic bottle classification under HS-4
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choosing the right HS-6 for plastic closures
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understanding HS-4 3923 for importers
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plastic articles for conveyance explained
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 3923?
- HS-4 3923 includes various plastic articles for packing and conveying goods, such as boxes, bags, bottles, and closures.
- How do I know if my plastic bags are ethylene polymers?
- Check the material specifications from your supplier. If they specify ethylene as the main component, classify under **392321**.
- Can I use HS-4 3923 for biodegradable plastic products?
- If the biodegradable plastics are primarily used for packing or conveying goods, they may still fall under HS-4 3923, but verify with customs for specific rulings.
- What is the difference between HS-6 392350 and 392390?
- Use **392350** for specific closures like caps and lids, while **392390** is for other plastic packing articles that don't fit the defined categories.
- Are there any special import regulations for plastic packing articles?
- Yes, check with your local customs authority for any specific regulations or restrictions related to plastic materials, as they may vary by country.
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HS-6 subheadings (7)
- 392310Plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods
- 392321Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods
- 392329Plastics; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics other than ethylene polymers
- 392330Plastics; carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods
- 392340Plastics; spools, cops, bobbins and similar supports, for the conveyance or packing of goods
- 392350Plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods
- 392390Plastics; articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923