Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404

HS v2022 Code: 340520

About polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404

HS code 340520 covers a range of polishes, creams, and similar preparations used for the maintenance and care of wooden furniture, floors, and other woodwork. This industry plays a vital role in preserving and protecting valuable wooden assets, ensuring their longevity and aesthetic appeal. These products are essential for both commercial and residential applications, contributing to the broader wood products and home improvement sectors.

Production process

The production of HS 340520 items typically involves blending and formulating various ingredients, including waxes, oils, solvents, and abrasives. The key steps often include mixing the components, refining the mixture, and packaging the final product. Manufacturers may utilize specialized machinery and equipment to ensure consistent quality and efficient production.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the HS 340520 industry include natural and synthetic waxes, oils (such as linseed oil or mineral oil), solvents, and abrasives. Manufacturers may also require specialized packaging materials, such as containers and applicators. Additionally, the industry relies on research and development to formulate innovative and effective products that meet the evolving needs of consumers and professional users.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS 340520 industry are polishes, creams, and similar preparations for the maintenance and care of wooden furniture, floors, and other woodwork. These products are often consumed by 442190 Furniture and home furnishings stores, 444120 Paint and wallpaper stores, and 238330 Flooring contractors to serve the needs of both commercial and residential customers.

Revisions to 340520

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 340520. The most recent 1 version of this code (340520) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 340520.

Family tree for polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/34'>34: Soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3405'>3405: Polishes, creams, scouring pastes, powders and similar; in any form, (including articles impregnated, coated or covered with such), for furniture, footwear, floors, coachwork, glass or metal</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340520'>340520: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340510'>340510: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for footwear or leather, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340530'>340530: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for coachwork, other than metal polishes, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340540'>340540: Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations; (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340590'>340590: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404</a>"]

    

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