Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics

HS v2017 Code: 3923

About plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics

HS code 3923 covers a wide range of plastic products used for the transportation and packaging of goods. These items play a crucial role in the global supply chain, facilitating the efficient movement and protection of various commodities. The industry encompassed by this code is a vital component of the broader plastics manufacturing sector, which is a key driver of economic growth and industrial development worldwide.

Production process

The production of plastic articles under HS code 3923 typically involves a range of manufacturing processes, including injection molding, blow molding, and thermoforming. These techniques allow for the creation of a diverse array of plastic containers, bottles, bags, and other packaging solutions tailored to the specific needs of different industries and applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3923 items include various types of plastic resins, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, as well as skilled labor, to ensure the efficient and high-quality manufacture of these plastic products.

Production outputs

The outputs of the HS code 3923 industry include a wide variety of plastic articles used for the conveyance and packaging of goods, such as 3923 Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, 3923 Stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics, and other plastic containers and packaging solutions. These outputs are then consumed by a diverse range of industries, including 4901 Publishing, 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, and 4903 Children's picture, drawing or coloring books.

Family tree for plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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 --> 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/v2017/3911'>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 --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> O["<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 --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3914'>3914: Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3915'>3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics</a>"]
A --> R["<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 --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</a>"]
A --> T["<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 --> U["<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 --> V["<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 --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3921'>3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> X["<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 --> 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/v2017/392310'>392310: Plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392321'>392321: Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392329'>392329: Plastics; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics other than ethylene polymers</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392330'>392330: Plastics; carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392340'>392340: Plastics; spools, cops, bobbins and similar supports, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392350'>392350: Plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> BH["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/392390'>392390: Plastics; articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level2
class B level4
class C level4
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level4
class M level4
class N level4
class O level4
class P level4
class Q level4
class R level4
class S level4
class T level4
class U level4
class V level4
class W level4
class X level4
class Y level4
class Z level4
class BA level4
class BB level6
class BC level6
class BD level6
class BE level6
class BF level6
class BG level6
class BH level6

  class B highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class B highlight