Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms

HS v2017 Code: 3904

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	04	n/a

Code	3904
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms

Child Codes: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinylidene chloride polymers, in primary forms; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3904; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride copolymers, in primary forms n.e.c. in heading no. 3904; Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; non-plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances; Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers (other than polytetrafluoroethylene), in primary forms; Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers, polytetrafluoroethylene, in primary forms

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

HS code 3904 covers a diverse range of synthetic polymers derived from vinyl chloride and other halogenated olefins. These materials are widely used in the production of a variety of consumer and industrial products, making them a critical component of the global plastics industry. Their versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness have contributed to their widespread adoption across numerous sectors, including construction, packaging, automotive, and electronics.

Production process

The production of polymers under HS code 3904 typically involves the polymerization of vinyl chloride or other halogenated olefins through processes such as suspension polymerization, emulsion polymerization, or bulk polymerization. These techniques allow for the creation of polymers with varying molecular weights, degrees of chlorination, and other properties, enabling the tailoring of the material to specific applications.

Production inputs

The primary raw materials required for the production of HS code 3904 polymers are vinyl chloride monomer, other halogenated olefins, and various additives such as stabilizers, plasticizers, and fillers. Specialized machinery, including polymerization reactors, extruders, and compounding equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The polymers produced under HS code 3904 find applications in a wide range of industries. They are commonly used in the manufacture of 3925 Builders' ware of plastics, 3923 Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics, 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles, and 8517 Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, among others. The versatility of these materials allows them to be further processed and combined with other substances to create a diverse array of end-products.

Family tree for polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3901'>3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3902'>3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3903'>3903: Polymers of styrene, 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/v2017/390410'>390410: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390421'>390421: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; non-plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390422'>390422: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390430'>390430: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390440'>390440: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride copolymers, in primary forms n.e.c. in heading no. 3904</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390450'>390450: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinylidene chloride polymers, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BH["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390461'>390461: Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers, polytetrafluoroethylene, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BI["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390469'>390469: Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers (other than polytetrafluoroethylene), in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BJ["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390490'>390490: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3904</a>"]


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