HS Code 3916Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics
3 six-digit codes · Heading 16 of 26 in Chapter 39 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 3916 is where customs places long, solid plastic stock: thick monofilament, rods, sticks and profile shapes. These are raw lengths of plastic, not finished items.
“Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics” divides three ways under heading 3916 — 391610, 391620 and 391690. Each carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 16 of 26 in Chapter 39, Plastics and articles thereof, which runs to 131 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 3916
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 391610 | Ethylene polymers; monofilament, of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked |
| 391620 | Vinyl chloride polymers; monofilament, of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked |
| 391690 | Plastics; monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked |
What does HS code 3916 include?
Think of this heading as plastic in long, solid form. A rod is a round bar. A stick is a thin bar. A profile shape is a length with a fixed cross-section, such as a channel or an angle. Some traders search for it as HSN code 3916. The number is the same.
Monofilament means a single strand of plastic. Only thick strands belong here.
The goods may have surface work, such as polishing or printing. They must not be worked any further. A part that is cut, drilled or shaped into a finished item counts as "otherwise worked". It leaves this heading.
How to choose the right 3916 code
Customs classification here is a two-step job. First, check that the goods fit the heading by looking at their shape, their size and how far they have been worked. Second, pick the six-digit code by the plastic they are made of.
The split is by material, not by shape. A rod and a profile made of the same plastic share one code. If you are unsure of the material, ask the maker for a spec sheet before you file. You can also test your product in the HS code classifier.
3916 vs nearby headings
Many plastic goods look alike, so boundary mistakes are common. These notes show where similar goods go instead. Use them as a first check, then confirm with the official wording.
- Hollow goods such as pipes, tubes and hoses go to 3917.
- Flat goods such as plates, sheets, film and strip go to 3920 or 3921.
- Plastics in primary forms, such as powder, granules or liquids, go to 3901 to 3914. For example, 3901 covers polymers of ethylene and 3904 covers polymers of vinyl chloride.
- Other finished plastic articles go to 3926.
Import and export data for 3916
Knowing the code is only half the job. The next question is who trades under it. Buyers of plastic rods and profiles, and the suppliers who ship them, can be found in customs records.
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Related
- Chapter 39
- HS 3917 plastic tubes, pipes and hoses
- HS 3920 plastic plates and sheets
- HS 3921 other plastic sheets and film
- HS 3915 plastic waste and scrap
- HS 3901 polymers of ethylene
- HS 3904 polymers of vinyl chloride
- HS 3926 other plastic articles
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Nearby headings in Chapter 39
- 3910Silicones in primary forms1 code
- 3911Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides…3 codes
- 3912Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms6 codes
- 3913Natural polymers (e.g. alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (e.g.…2 codes
- 3914Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary…1 code
- 3915Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics4 codes
- 3917Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows…10 codes
- 3918Floor coverings of plastics, self-adhesive or not, in rolls or tiles; wall or…2 codes
- 3919Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes…2 codes
- 3920Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive)…19 codes
- 3921Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 396 codes
- 3922Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory…3 codes
Who ships under 3916?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 3 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section VII: Plastics and Rubber, and Articles Thereof, chapters 39–40.
HS Code 3916: common questions
How to confirm the correct HS code for plastic rods and profiles?
Check the plastic type, the size and whether the piece has been worked beyond its surface. Then match it to one of the three six-digit codes.
Which HS code is used for PVC profile shapes?
PVC is the common name for this plastic.
What is HS code 391690 monofilament of other plastics?
It is the code for these goods when the plastic is not named in the two codes before it. The label n.e.c. means "not elsewhere classified".
Does monofilament under 1mm fall under 3916?
No. A strand needs a cross-sectional dimension over 1mm to qualify. Finer strands are classified elsewhere.
Who imports and exports HS 3916?
Customs records name the companies that file shipments under this heading. Open the import data and export data pages on EximDataX to look it up.
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