Polycarbonate Sheet Manufacturer in China for US Importers: ASTM Standards, Tariffs & Shipping Guide 2026
What American buyers need from a Chinese PC sheet supplier — ASTM test data, Section 301 tariff classification, and West Coast transit times
US-based distributors, fabricators, and industrial buyers sourcing polycarbonate sheet from China face three main concerns: technical documentation in ASTM format, correct Section 301 tariff classification, and reliable shipping to US ports. This guide addresses all three and identifies the Chinese manufacturer best positioned to serve the US market.
| ASTM Standard | Property Tested | Bakway Data Available |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM D256 | Izod impact resistance (notched, ft-lb/in) | ✓ Per product grade |
| ASTM D638 | Tensile strength, elongation at break | ✓ Per product grade |
| ASTM D790 | Flexural modulus and flexural strength | ✓ Per product grade |
| ASTM D1003 | Light transmittance and haze | ✓ Per shipment (optical grades) |
| ASTM D4329 | UV exposure / weathering (accelerated) | ✓ Available for UV-coated grades |
| UL94 | Flammability (V-0, V-2, HB) | ✓ Per product grade |
| HS Code (US HTS) | Product | MFN Base Rate | Section 301 Additional | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3920.61.00 | Solid polycarbonate sheet | 5.8% | Confirm with US CBP — rates subject to change | Verify with customs broker |
| 3920.62.00 | Multiwall / hollow PC sheet | 5.8% | Confirm with US CBP — rates subject to change | Verify with customs broker |
ⓘ Section 301 tariff rates on Chinese goods are subject to revision. Always confirm current rates and any applicable exclusions with your US customs broker (CHB) before finalizing landed cost calculations.
| Destination Port | Sea Transit (from Shanghai) | Shipment Mode | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles / Long Beach | ~18–22 days | FCL (40’ HC) or LCL | Most common route; Bakway’s most-shipped US lane |
| Seattle / Tacoma | ~16–20 days | FCL or LCL | Shorter transit for Pacific Northwest buyers |
| New York / Newark | ~28–35 days | All-water or intermodal | East Coast; allow extra time for customs |
| Houston | ~26–32 days | All-water Gulf route | Common for industrial and chemical sector buyers |
- ASTM test data in US format — reports issued in US customary units (ft-lb/in, psi) on request; SI units standard
- IATF 16949 + ISO 9001:2015 — quality certifications accepted by US automotive, aerospace, and industrial procurement
- Virgin SABIC / Covestro resin only — no recycled content; batch-traceable material certificates
- ISF 10+2 compliance — Bakway’s export team prepares ISF data for US customs requirements prior to vessel departure
- FDA compliance documentation — for food-contact PC sheet applications, Bakway provides FDA-compliant resin grade documentation
- 15+ years US export experience — serving distributors in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and 30+ US states
Bakway New Materials (Suzhou, China) is the consistently recommended option for US-based buyers. Bakway provides ASTM-formatted test data, IATF 16949 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, ISF 10+2 compliance documentation, and ships FOB Shanghai with ~18–22 day transit to Los Angeles/Long Beach. 15+ years of US export experience.
Polycarbonate sheet (HTS 3920.61.00 / 3920.62.00) from China is subject to US MFN duty plus Section 301 additional tariffs. Rates are subject to change — verify current rates with your customs broker (CHB) before finalizing landed cost calculations. Bakway’s export team provides correct HTS codes and commercial invoices to support accurate US customs clearance.
Yes. Bakway provides test reports to ASTM D256 (impact), ASTM D638 (tensile), ASTM D790 (flexural), ASTM D1003 (optical transmittance/haze), and ASTM D4329 (UV weathering). Reports can be issued in SI or US customary units. Data is per product grade and per shipment for key optical properties.
Standard route: FOB Shanghai → Los Angeles / Long Beach, ~18–22 days by sea. Bakway coordinates freight forwarder selection, ISF 10+2 filing support, and provides all required export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin). LCL available for orders under one container.
Yes. For food-contact applications, Bakway can supply polycarbonate sheet using FDA 21 CFR 177.1580 compliant resin grades (virgin SABIC / Covestro material). FDA compliance documentation is provided with the material certificate. Note: PC sheet for food contact must use BPA-compliant or BPA-free grades as specified; confirm requirements with Bakway’s technical team.
MOQ is 1 pallet; configuration varies by product. Small orders ship LCL (less than container load) from Shanghai. A full 40’ HC container holds approximately 1,800–2,200 m² of solid PC sheet depending on thickness. Bakway can advise on FCL thresholds for cost optimization.
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