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HS heading 39.16: Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics

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Key facts

Heading
39.16
Description
Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics
Chapter
39: Plastics and articles thereof
Subheadings
3
Edition
HS2022

Summary

HS heading 39.16 covers monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics. It is in chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). It is split into 3 subheadings: 3916.10 (of polymers of ethylene), 3916.20 (of polymers of vinyl chloride) and 3916.90 (of other plastics). National tariff lines under heading 39.16 are live on border.bot for the United States (8 lines, also used by 1 other country).

What this code covers

HS heading 39.16 covers monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics.

It is split into 3 subheadings: 3916.10 (of polymers of ethylene), 3916.20 (of polymers of vinyl chloride) and 3916.90 (of other plastics).

What it doesn’t cover

Other goods of chapter 39 are classified in its other 25 headings, listed below.

  • 39.01Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms
  • 39.02Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms
  • 39.03Polymers of styrene, in primary forms
  • 39.04Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms
  • 39.05Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms
  • 39.06Acrylic polymers in primary forms
  • 39.07Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms
  • 39.08Polyamides in primary forms
  • 39.09Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms
  • 39.10Silicones in primary forms
  • 39.11Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and other products specified in note 3 to this chapter, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms
  • 39.12Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms
  • 39.13Natural polymers (for example, alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (for example, hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber), not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms
  • 39.14Ion-exchangers based on polymers of headings 39.01 to 39.13, in primary forms
  • 39.15Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics
  • 39.17Tubes, pipes and hoses, and fittings therefor (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics
  • 39.18Floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, as defined in Note 9 to this Chapter
  • 39.19Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls
  • 39.20Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials
  • 39.21Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics
  • 39.22Baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and similar sanitary ware, of plastics
  • 39.23Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics
  • 39.24Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics
  • 39.25Builders' ware of plastics, not elsewhere specified or included
  • 39.26Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 39.01 to 39.14

How it is structured

Heading 39.16 is one of 26 headings in chapter 39. Its first two digits, 39, are the chapter; the next two, 16, number the heading within it. Its subheadings add two more digits (3916.10, 3916.20, 3916.90).

In other countries

National tariff lines under heading 39.16 are live on border.bot for the United States (8 lines, also used by 1 other country).

Frequently asked questions

What does HS heading 39.16 cover?

HS heading 39.16 covers monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics.

Which chapter is HS heading 39.16 in?

HS heading 39.16 is in chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof).

How many subheadings does HS heading 39.16 have?

HS heading 39.16 has 3 subheadings: 3916.10 (of polymers of ethylene), 3916.20 (of polymers of vinyl chloride) and 3916.90 (of other plastics).

Which countries’ tariffs list national lines under HS heading 39.16?

National tariff lines under heading 39.16 are live on border.bot for the United States (8 lines, also used by 1 other country).

Sources and updates

The Harmonized System legal text comes from border.bot release 2 (edition HS 2022), imported from a file, and has been live since 11 October 2026.

This page was last updated on 11 October 2026.

Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.

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