Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms

HS v2017 Code: 3911

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	11	n/a

Code	3911
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms

Child Codes: Polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39; in primary forms; Petroleum resins, coumarone, indene or coumarone-indene resins and polyterpenes; in primary forms

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Polyamides in primary forms; Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms; Silicones in primary forms; Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms; 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

About petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms

HS code 3911 covers a diverse range of synthetic chemical products that are primarily used as raw materials and intermediates in various industries. These products, which include petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, and polysulphones, play a crucial role in the manufacturing of a wide array of consumer and industrial goods. Their versatility and unique properties make them indispensable components in the production of adhesives, coatings, sealants, and a host of other applications across numerous sectors of the economy.

Production process

The production of the products classified under HS code 3911 typically involves complex chemical synthesis processes. These may include polymerization, condensation, and other reactions that transform various petrochemical feedstocks and other raw materials into the desired synthetic resins and polymers. The specific production techniques can vary depending on the type of product, but often involve carefully controlled temperature, pressure, and catalytic conditions to achieve the desired molecular structure and properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3911 products include a range of petrochemical feedstocks, such as 2707 Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar, 2711 Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, and 2902 Cyclic hydrocarbons. Additionally, various catalysts, solvents, and other chemical additives may be used in the synthesis and processing of these products. Specialized production equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and drying systems, are also essential for the manufacturing of HS code 3911 products.

Production outputs

The products classified under HS code 3911 are primarily used as raw materials and intermediates in the production of a wide variety of downstream products. These include 3903 Polymers of styrene, in primary forms, 3905 Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms, and 3907 Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms. The versatility of HS code 3911 products allows them to be incorporated into the manufacturing of adhesives, coatings, sealants, plastics, and a host of other industrial and consumer goods.

Family tree for petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3911'>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 --> 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/v2017/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> G["<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 --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3906'>3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> I["<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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3908'>3908: Polyamides in primary forms</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3909'>3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3910'>3910: Silicones 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/v2017/391110'>391110: Petroleum resins, coumarone, indene or coumarone-indene resins and polyterpenes; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/391190'>391190: Polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39; in primary forms</a>"]


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