Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium

HS v2017 Code: 3208

About paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium

HS code 3208 covers a wide range of paints, varnishes, enamels, and lacquers that are based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, and are dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium. These products are essential for a variety of industries, including construction, automotive, and furniture manufacturing, playing a crucial role in the global economy. They provide protective coatings, decorative finishes, and specialized applications that enhance the durability, appearance, and functionality of a wide range of products.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 3208 typically involves several key steps. First, the synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers are prepared, often through polymerization or other chemical processes. These polymers are then dispersed or dissolved in a suitable non-aqueous medium, such as organic solvents or oils. Depending on the specific product, various additives may be incorporated, such as pigments, drying agents, or other performance-enhancing components. The resulting mixture is then blended, filtered, and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 3208 include synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, non-aqueous solvents or oils, and various additives such as pigments, drying agents, and other specialty chemicals. Manufacturers also rely on specialized production equipment, such as reactors, mixers, and packaging machinery, to ensure consistent quality and efficient output.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 3208 are paints, varnishes, enamels, and lacquers that are used in a wide range of applications. These products are often consumed by industries such as 3209 (Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium), 3210 (Other paints and varnishes (including enamels, lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather), and 3212 (Pigments (including metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in non-aqueous media, in liquid or paste form, of a kind used in the manufacture of paints (including enamels); stamping foils; dyes and other colouring matter put up in forms or packings for retail sale).

Family tree for paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/32'>32: Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3208'>3208: Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3201'>3201: Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3202'>3202: Tanning substances; synthetic organic or inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances, enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3203'>3203: Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts, not animal black); whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3204'>3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3205'>3205: Colour lakes; preparations based on colour lakes as specified in note 3 to this chapter</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3206'>3206: Colouring matter and preparations thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 3203, 3204, 3205; inorganic products, kind used as luminophores whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3207'>3207: Pigments, prepared; opacifiers, colours, vitrifiable enamels, glazes, engobes (slips), liquid lustres etc as used in the ceramic enamelling or glass industry; glass frit and powder, granules or flakes</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3209'>3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3210'>3210: Paints and varnishes (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), excluding those of heading no. 3209, prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3211'>3211: Driers; prepared</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3212'>3212: Pigments (metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in non-aqueous media in liquid or paste form, as used in manufacture of paints (including enamels); stamping foils, dyes etc in forms, packing for retail sale</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3213'>3213: Colours; artists, students, or signboard painters, modifying tints, amusement colours and the like; in tablets, tubes, jars, bottles, pan or in similar forms or packings</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3214'>3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3215'>3215: Ink; printing, writing or drawing ink and other inks; whether or not concentrated or solid</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/320810'>320810: Paints and varnishes; based on polyesters, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/320820'>320820: Paints and varnishes; based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/320890'>320890: Paints and varnishes; based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium</a>"]


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