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U.S. imports of plastic tableware & kitchenware (HS 392410) totaled $320.1M in June 2026, traded with 90 countries.
Importers of Plastic Tableware & Kitchenware paid $42.1M in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $298.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: June 2026 dataPlastic plates, cups, trays, condiment dispensers, and general kitchenware are widely traded consumer goods with China as the dominant supplier, followed by Vietnam and Mexico. The US schedule breaks this heading into five lines covering condiment dispensers (3924101000), plates and bowls (3924102000), trays (3924103000), and a broad NESOI line (3924104000), making accurate product-type descriptions on commercial invoices essential for correct line assignment. Importers sourcing from China face Section 301 tariff exposure across these lines, which has accelerated diversification toward Vietnamese and Mexican suppliers.
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The distinction turns on primary use: containers designed and marketed for food storage and transport (e.g., reusable meal-prep or leftover containers) are generally classified under 3923 as packing articles, while items designed for serving or eating — plates, bowls, cups — fall under 3924. When a container is clearly dual-purpose, the importer should document the principal intended use and consult a licensed customs broker if classification remains uncertain.
FDA may review plastic tableware and kitchenware that comes into contact with food under its food-contact materials authority, particularly regarding the safety of colorants, plasticizers, and other additives that could migrate into food. While there is no mandatory pre-import FDA clearance for most plastic tableware, importers are responsible for ensuring that food-contact articles comply with applicable FDA regulations. Consulting a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel is advisable for food-contact plastic goods.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3924104000 | TABLEWARE & KITCHENWARE,OF PLASTIC,NESOI | $276.3M | 12.63% | 94.67% | $34.9M |
| 3924102000 | PLATES,CUPS,SAUCERS,SOUP BOWLS,ETC,OF PLASTICS | $33.8M | 17.38% | 85.68% | $5.9M |
| 3924103000 | TRAYS,OF PLASTIC | $7.0M | 13.18% | 76.61% | $918K |
| 3924101000 | SALT,PEPPER,MUSTARD,KETCHUP & SIMILR DISP,PLASTIC | $3.0M | 12.98% | 97.00% | $384K |
TABLEWARE & KITCHENWARE,OF PLASTIC,NESOI
PLATES,CUPS,SAUCERS,SOUP BOWLS,ETC,OF PLASTICS
TRAYS,OF PLASTIC
SALT,PEPPER,MUSTARD,KETCHUP & SIMILR DISP,PLASTIC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3924100002 | TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS | $30.6M |
TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS
7.0M kg
ARTICLES OF PLASTICS, NESOI
HS 392690
FLOOR, WALL, ETC COVERS, VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMERS
HS 391810
HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES NESOI OF PLASTICS
HS 392490
SACKS & BAGS (INCL CONES) OF POLYMERS OF ETHYLENE
HS 392321
ETHYLENE-ALPHA-OLEFIN COPOLY, SPC GRAVITY <0.94
HS 390140
PLATES, SHEETS ETC, NON-CELL ETC, POLYMER
HS 392010
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $115.8M | $4.2M | -$111.6M |
| New York | $27.6M | $1.9M | -$25.7M |
| Texas | $24.8M | $2.3M | -$22.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $117.9M | $1.3M | -$116.6M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $41.8M | $876K | -$40.9M |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $25.0M | $525K | -$24.5M |