Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers

HS v2017 Code: 390130

About ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers

HS code 390130 covers ethylene polymers, including ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers, in their primary forms. These materials are widely used in a variety of industries due to their unique properties, such as flexibility, toughness, and adhesive characteristics. As a key component in many consumer and industrial products, the ethylene polymers industry plays a vital role in the global economy.

Production process

Ethylene polymers are typically produced through polymerization processes, where ethylene monomers are combined to form long polymer chains. For EVA copolymers, vinyl acetate is also incorporated into the polymer structure. The specific production techniques may involve high-pressure, low-pressure, or solution polymerization, depending on the desired properties of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the ethylene polymers industry include ethylene, which is typically derived from natural gas or petroleum refining, as well as vinyl acetate for the production of EVA copolymers. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment for the polymerization and processing of these materials.

Production outputs

The outputs of the ethylene polymers industry are used in a wide range of applications, including packaging, adhesives, sealants, coatings, and various consumer and industrial products. The outputs of HS code 390130 may be consumed by industries covered by other HS codes, such as 392010 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 392020 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, cellular, and 392190 Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.

Revisions to 390130

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 390130. The most recent 1 version of this code (390130) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 390130 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers

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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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390130'>390130: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390110'>390110: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390120'>390120: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more</a>"]
B --> F["<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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390190'>390190: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901</a>"]

    

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