Plastics from 🇨🇳 China: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for plastics imported from China. Total 2025 imports: $9.8B.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on plastics from China?
Plastics imported into the United States from China must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 301 Tariffs
Additional tariffs of 7.5%–25% (some up to 100%) apply to most goods from China under four Section 301 lists. Covers electronics, machinery, consumer goods, and more.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Plastics — Duty Rates
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Search Plastics HTS codesTop Plastics Imports from China (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 640299 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS NESOI, NOT COVERING THE ANKLE | $1.8B | $489M |
| 640419 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS AND UPPERS OF TEXTILE MATERIALS, NESOI | $1.4B | $486M |
| 420292 | CONTAINER BAGS, BOXES, CASES AND SATCHELS NESOI, WITH OUTER SURFACE OF SHEETING OF PLASTICS OR OF TEXTILE MATERIALS | $1.0B | $573M |
| 640399 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER, PLASTICS OR COMPOSITION LEATHER AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, NOT COVERING THE ANKLE | $793M | $289M |
| 640391 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER, PLASTICS OR COMPOSITION LEATHER AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, COVERING THE ANKLE | $557M | $205M |
| 670210 | ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS, FOLIAGE, FRUIT AND PARTS THEREOF, AND ARTICLES MADE OF ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS, FOLIAGE AND FRUIT, OF PLASTICS | $477M | $135M |
| 640411 | SPORTS FOOTWEAR, INCLUDING TENNIS SHOES, BASKETBALL SHOES AND GYM SHOES, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS AND UPPERS OF TEXTILE MATERIALS | $467M | $209M |
| 670290 | ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS, FOLIAGE, FRUIT AND PARTS THEREOF, AND ARTICLES MADE OF ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS, FOLIAGE AND FRUIT, OF MATERIALS OTHER THAN PLASTICS | $410M | $126M |
| 640291 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS NESOI, COVERING THE ANKLE | $395M | $140M |
| 420212 | TRUNKS, SUITCASES, VANITY CASES AND SIMILAR CONTAINERS, WITH OUTER SURFACE OF PLASTICS OR OF TEXTILE MATERIALS | $279M | $170M |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on plastics?
Plastic duty rates range from 0% to 6.5%. Primary plastic resins like polyethylene (HTS 3901) are 6.5%, while plastic articles (HTS 3923-3926) range from 0-5.3%. Section 301 tariffs add 25% on many Chinese plastic products.
Are plastic bags and packaging subject to tariffs?
Yes, plastic bags (HTS 3923.21) have a base duty rate of 3%, and other plastic packaging materials range from 0-5.3%. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin plastic packaging add 25%.
What HTS codes cover plastic products?
Plastics span HTS Chapter 39. Key codes include 3901-3914 (primary forms/resins), 3916-3921 (semi-manufactured forms like sheets, film, pipes), and 3922-3926 (finished plastic articles).
What tariffs apply to plastics from China?
Plastics imported from China are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 301 Tariffs, Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for plastics from China?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to plastics from China?
Plastics classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or China import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when plastics are imported into the United States from China. It is not China's own import tariff schedule for goods entering China.
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