Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 3905

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	05	n/a

Code	3905
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms

Child Codes: Poly(vinyl acetate); (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms; Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, other than copolymers; Vinyl acetate copolymers; in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms; Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, copolymers; Vinyl acetate copolymers; (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms; Poly(vinyl alcohol); whether or not containing unhydrolysed acetate groups; Poly(vinyl acetate); in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms; Polymers of styrene, in primary forms; Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms; Acrylic polymers in primary forms; Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms

About polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms

HS code 3905 covers a diverse range of synthetic polymers derived from vinyl acetate and other vinyl esters. These materials are widely used in a variety of industries, including adhesives, paints, coatings, and textiles. Their versatility and desirable properties, such as flexibility, durability, and water resistance, make them essential components in many consumer and industrial products. As a key part of the broader plastics and resins industry, the 3905 product group plays a vital role in supporting economic activity across numerous sectors.

Production process

Polymers classified under HS code 3905 are typically produced through polymerization processes. This involves the linking of vinyl monomer units, such as vinyl acetate or other vinyl esters, to form long-chain macromolecules. The specific production techniques can vary, but often include emulsion polymerization, solution polymerization, or suspension polymerization. The resulting polymer resins are then processed into various primary forms, such as pellets, powders, or liquids, for further downstream applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3905 polymers include vinyl acetate, other vinyl esters, and various co-monomers or additives. Specialized chemical catalysts and processing equipment, such as polymerization reactors and extruders, are also essential. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are needed to power the production facilities.

Production outputs

The polymers classified under HS code 3905 are used to manufacture a wide range of products. They are commonly used as binders, adhesives, and modifiers in paints, coatings, and inks 3208 (Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers), based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in Note 4 to this Chapter). They are also used in the production of textiles, paper, and various plastic products 3920 Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.

Family tree for polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3905'>3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers 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/v2022/3902'>3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3903'>3903: Polymers of styrene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, 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/v2022/390512'>390512: Poly(vinyl acetate); in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390519'>390519: Poly(vinyl acetate); (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390521'>390521: Vinyl acetate copolymers; in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390529'>390529: Vinyl acetate copolymers; (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390530'>390530: Poly(vinyl alcohol); whether or not containing unhydrolysed acetate groups</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390591'>390591: Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, copolymers</a>"]
B --> BH["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390599'>390599: Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers; n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, other than copolymers</a>"]


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