Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms

HS v2017 Code: 390410

About vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms

HS code 390410 covers the production and trade of vinyl chloride and other halogenated olefin polymers, specifically poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) in its primary forms. PVC is a widely used thermoplastic polymer with a diverse range of applications, from construction materials to consumer goods. As a key component in many industries, the 390410 product category plays a vital role in the global economy, facilitating the manufacture of essential products across various sectors.

Production process

The primary production method for HS code 390410 materials involves the polymerization of vinyl chloride monomers. This process typically takes place in a controlled environment, where the monomers are subjected to heat, pressure, and catalysts to initiate the polymerization reaction. The resulting PVC polymer is then extruded or molded into its primary forms, such as pellets, sheets, or powders, ready for further processing and incorporation into end-use products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 390410 materials include vinyl chloride monomers, which serve as the primary raw material. Additionally, the manufacturing process may involve the use of various additives, such as stabilizers, plasticizers, and fillers, to enhance the properties and performance of the final PVC products. Specialized equipment, such as polymerization reactors, extruders, and molding machines, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 390410 is poly(vinyl chloride) in its various primary forms, including pellets, sheets, and powders. These PVC materials are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries, such as 392010 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 391810 Floor coverings of plastics, whether or not self-adhesive, in rolls or in the form of tiles, and 392020 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.

Revisions to 390410

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 390410. The most recent 1 version of this code (390410) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 390410 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, 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/v2017/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> C["<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 --> D["<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 --> E["<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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390430'>390430: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390450'>390450: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinylidene chloride polymers, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390461'>390461: Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers, polytetrafluoroethylene, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390469'>390469: Halogenated olefin polymers; fluoro-polymers (other than polytetrafluoroethylene), in primary forms</a>"]
B --> K["<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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