HS Code:
The Self-adhesive category (HS Code: 3919) includes self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, and other flat shapes of plastics, whether or not in rolls. This category encompasses a wide range of products used in packaging, labeling, automotive, construction, and industrial applications. These products are essential for bonding and sealing purposes across various sectors due to their versatility, durability, and ease of use.
Total Trade Volume
USD 25.6 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 6.2 billion
24.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 3.8 billion
14.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 3.5 billion
13.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 2.1 billion
8.2% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.9 billion
7.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Growing demand for sustainable adhesives
Increased R&D investments in bio-based and recyclable self-adhesive products to meet environmental regulations and consumer preferences.
2021-2023
Expansion in e-commerce packaging
Rising need for self-adhesive tapes and labels due to the boom in online shopping and logistics, particularly in Asia-Pacific and North America.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in adhesive properties
Development of high-performance adhesives for automotive and aerospace industries, driving trade in specialized self-adhesive products.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced new regulations under the Single-Use Plastics Directive, impacting the production and import of certain self-adhesive plastic products to reduce environmental footprint.
July 2023
Potential increase in compliance costs for exporters to the EU, with a shift toward eco-friendly alternatives.
A recent phase of the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on specific self-adhesive products, boosting bilateral trade in this category.
March 2023
Enhanced market access for Chinese exporters to the US, likely increasing trade volume by 5-10% in the short term.
Major manufacturers in Germany and Japan unveiled new lines of bio-based self-adhesive tapes, aligning with global sustainability goals.
September 2022
Expected to shift market dynamics, with a gradual increase in demand for sustainable products over traditional plastic-based adhesives.