Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

HS v2017 Code: 3901

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	01	n/a

Code	3901
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

Child Codes: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94; Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers; Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94; Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901; Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms; Polymers of styrene, in primary forms; Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms; Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms; Acrylic polymers in primary forms

About polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

HS code 3901 covers the classification of polymers of ethylene, which are a crucial group of thermoplastic materials used in a wide range of applications. Ethylene polymers are among the most widely produced and consumed plastics globally, finding use in packaging, construction, automotive, and numerous other industries. Their versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness make them an integral part of the modern economy.

Production process

Polymers of ethylene are primarily produced through the polymerization of ethylene gas. This process involves the use of catalysts, high temperatures, and high pressures to facilitate the formation of long polymer chains. The most common production methods include high-pressure free-radical polymerization, low-pressure Ziegler-Natta polymerization, and metallocene-catalyzed polymerization, each offering unique properties and characteristics to the final polymer product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ethylene polymers include ethylene gas, which is typically derived from the cracking of natural gas or petroleum. Additionally, various catalysts, such as Ziegler-Natta or metallocene catalysts, are used to control the polymerization process and the resulting polymer properties. Specialized manufacturing equipment, including reactors, extruders, and other processing machinery, is also a crucial input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 3901 are a diverse range of ethylene polymer products, including polyethylene (PE), which is further classified into low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). These polymers find extensive use in the production of 3923 Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics, 3917 Tubes, pipes and hoses, and fittings therefor, of plastics, and 3926 Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914.

Family tree for polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3901'>3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3902'>3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3903'>3903: Polymers of styrene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3905'>3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3906'>3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3907'>3907: Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3908'>3908: Polyamides in primary forms</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3909'>3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3910'>3910: Silicones in primary forms</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3911'>3911: Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3913'>3913: Natural polymers (e.g. alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (e.g. hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber), n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3914'>3914: Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3915'>3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3916'>3916: Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3918'>3918: Floor coverings of plastics, self-adhesive or not, in rolls or tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, in rolls of a width not less than 45cm</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3919'>3919: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3920'>3920: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive); non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3921'>3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3922'>3922: Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and sanitary ware, of plastics</a>"]
A --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3923'>3923: Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics</a>"]
A --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3924'>3924: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3925'>3925: Plastics; builders' wares n.e.c. or included</a>"]
A --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3926'>3926: Articles of plastics and articles of other materials of heading no. 3901 to 3914, n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]

    B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390110'>390110: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390120'>390120: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390130'>390130: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390140'>390140: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390190'>390190: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901</a>"]


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