HS Code 3901.20.00.00
Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 3901.20.00.00
HS code 3901.20.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more. It falls under Chapter 39 — Plastics and articles of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 3901 and subheading 3901.20. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 3901.20.00.00 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 20 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 20 offer duty-free access (for example: Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 3901.20.00.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 3901.20.00.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 3901.20.00.00
What is HS code 3901.20.00.00?
HS code 3901.20.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more". It sits under Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 3901.20.00.00?
Imports classified under HS code 3901.20.00.00 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 3901.20.00.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 3901.20.00.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 3901.20.00.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 3901.20.00.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 3901.20.00.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 3901.20.00.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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20 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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Other codes under chapter 39
| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3901.10.00 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 | Free |
| 3901.10.00.10 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 - Of recycled materials | Free |
| 3901.10.00.91 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 - Other: - Linear low density homopolymer | Free |
| 3901.10.00.92 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 - Other: - Low density, other than linear (specific gravity of not more than 0.925) | Free |
| 3901.10.00.93 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 - Other: - Medium density (specific gravity of more than 0.925 but less than 0.94) | Free |
| 3901.30.00.00 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers | Free |
| 3901.40.00.00 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94 | Free |
| 3901.90.00 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Other | Free |
| 3901.90.00.10 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Other - Linear low density copolymers | Free |
| 3901.90.00.90 | Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms. - Other - Other | Free |