3923.90.00.16 - 22.71 liters (6 gallons) or more

This HTS category, 3923.90.00.16, specifically covers buckets and pails manufactured from plastics, which have a substantial capacity of 22.71 liters (6 gallons) or more. These items are designed and intended for the conveyance or packing of goods. Their function is to contain and transport larger quantities of materials, fitting the broader scope of "Other" articles within the plastics category for conveyance and packing.

The distinguishing factor for classification within this particular subcategory is its capacity. Unlike sibling categories 3923.90.00.12 (less than 11.36 liters) and 3923.90.00.14 (11.36 liters or more, but not more than 22.71 liters), this category encompasses only those plastic buckets and pails that meet or exceed the 22.71-liter threshold. This volumetric difference is the sole criterion for differentiating these closely related classifications.

As this node is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories for these large-capacity plastic buckets and pails. Therefore, classification under 3923.90.00.16 is final, based on the material (plastics), the form (buckets and pails), and crucially, the specified minimum capacity of 22.71 liters or more, irrespective of whether they are supplied with lids or other closures. Examples include industrial-sized buckets used for chemicals, construction materials, or bulk food items.