Polyacetals; in primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 390710

About polyacetals; in primary forms

HS code 390710 covers polyacetals, a type of engineering plastic widely used in a variety of industries. Polyacetals are known for their exceptional mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability, making them a popular choice for applications requiring high-performance materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the global manufacturing landscape, providing essential components and parts for diverse sectors such as automotive, electronics, and industrial machinery.

Production process

The production of polyacetals typically involves a polymerization process, where formaldehyde monomers are combined with other reactive compounds to create the desired polymer structure. This process is often carried out under controlled temperature and pressure conditions to ensure the desired molecular weight and properties of the final product. The resulting polyacetal resin is then extruded or molded into various shapes and forms, such as pellets, sheets, or custom-designed parts, to meet the specific requirements of end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the polyacetal industry include formaldehyde, as the primary raw material, as well as various additives and modifiers that can be used to enhance the material's performance characteristics. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as extruders, injection molding machines, and precision tooling, to transform the raw materials into the final polyacetal products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the polyacetal industry are the polyacetal resins and molded parts, which are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries. Some of the key applications for polyacetals include 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 840000 Machinery and mechanical appliances, 850000 Electrical machinery and equipment, and 390000 Plastics and articles thereof. These industries utilize polyacetal components for their superior mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability.

Revisions to 390710

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 390710. The most recent 1 version of this code (390710) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 390710.

Family tree for polyacetals; in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3907'>3907: Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390710'>390710: Polyacetals; in primary forms</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390721'>390721: Polyethers other than polyacetals; in primary forms, bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390729'>390729: Polyethers other than polyacetals, and bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390730'>390730: Epoxide resins; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390740'>390740: Polycarbonates; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390750'>390750: Alkyd resins; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390761'>390761: Poly(ethylene terephthalate); in primary forms, having a viscosity of 78ml/g or higher</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390769'>390769: Poly(ethylene terephthalate); in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390770'>390770: Poly(lactic acid); in primary forms</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390791'>390791: Polyesters; n.e.c. in heading no. 3907, unsaturated, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390799'>390799: Polyesters; n.e.c. in heading no. 3907, saturated, in primary forms</a>"]

    

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