HS code for placemats
The U.S. HS code for placemats is usually 3924.90.10.50 (plastic), with a 3.3% general duty and an estimated total of 15.8% from China and 15.8% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 40.8% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic | 3924.90.10.50 | 3.3% | 15.8% |
- 3924.90.10.50: Other
What decides the code
Placemats of plastics are classified as household articles of plastics under heading 3924, specifically subheading 3924.90.10.50 for table mats and like furnishings.
- Material decides the heading. A placemat of plastics falls in heading 3924, tableware, kitchenware and other household articles of plastics.
- Construction as a mat or like furnishing places the plastic placemat in the table covers, mats and runners group under 3924.90.10.50.
- A placemat of textile fabric would leave heading 3924 and be classified by fiber content and knit or woven construction in the textile table linen headings.
Common mistakes
- Classifying a plastic placemat in 6302 as table linen is wrong because heading 6302 covers textile table linen, not articles of plastics.
- Putting a plastic placemat in 3926 as other articles of plastics is wrong because heading 3924 specifically covers household table articles of plastics.
- Classifying a plastic placemat in 4602 as basketware or wickerwork is wrong because the placemat is molded or cut plastic, not plaited material.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 15.8% = 3.3% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 40.8%.
- Vietnam
- 15.8% = 3.3% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 3924.90.10.50, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Plastic
- CN 3924 90 00, 6.5%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for placemats?
The U.S. HTS code for placemats is usually 3924.90.10.50 (plastic). The first six digits, 3924.90, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on placemats from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 3924.90.10.50 is 3.3%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 15.8% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 15.8%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.