Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 3902

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	02	n/a

Code	3902
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms

Child Codes: Propylene, other olefin polymers; polyisobutylene in primary forms; Propylene, other olefin polymers; polypropylene in primary forms; Propylene, other olefin polymers; propylene copolymers in primary forms; Propylene, other olefin polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3902, in primary forms

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

HS code 3902 covers a diverse range of polymers derived from propylene and other olefins. These materials are fundamental to the plastics industry, with widespread applications across sectors such as packaging, automotive, construction, and consumer goods. As a key component of the petrochemical value chain, the production and trade of 3902 polymers play a crucial role in the global economy.

Production process

The primary production techniques for HS code 3902 polymers involve polymerization processes, where propylene or other olefin monomers are chemically linked to form long-chain polymer molecules. This is typically achieved through catalytic processes, such as Ziegler-Natta or metallocene catalysis, which allow for the controlled synthesis of polymers with desired properties. The resulting polymer resins are then processed into various primary forms, including pellets, granules, and powders, ready for further downstream applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3902 polymers include propylene and other olefin feedstocks, which are typically derived from the refining of crude oil or natural gas. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized catalysts, process chemicals, and energy sources to facilitate the polymerization reactions. Sophisticated manufacturing equipment, such as reactors, extruders, and pelletizers, are also essential for the efficient production and processing of these polymers.

Production outputs

HS code 3902 polymers are used to manufacture a wide range of products, including 3920 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 3917 Tubes, pipes and hoses, and fittings therefor, of plastics, 3923 Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics, and 3926 Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914. These polymers are also consumed by industries producing 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles, 4415 Packing cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings, of wood; cable-drums, of wood, and a variety of consumer goods.

Family tree for polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3902'>3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3901'>3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3903'>3903: Polymers of styrene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3905'>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/v2022/3906'>3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3907'>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/v2022/3908'>3908: Polyamides in primary forms</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3909'>3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3910'>3910: Silicones in primary forms</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3911'>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/v2022/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3913'>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/v2022/3914'>3914: Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3915'>3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3916'>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/v2022/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3918'>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/v2022/3919'>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/v2022/3920'>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/v2022/3921'>3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3922'>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/v2022/3923'>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/v2022/3924'>3924: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3925'>3925: Plastics; builders' wares n.e.c. or included</a>"]
A --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3926'>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/v2022/390210'>390210: Propylene, other olefin polymers; polypropylene in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390220'>390220: Propylene, other olefin polymers; polyisobutylene in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390230'>390230: Propylene, other olefin polymers; propylene copolymers in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390290'>390290: Propylene, other olefin polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3902, in primary forms</a>"]


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