Polycarbonates; in primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 390740

About polycarbonates; in primary forms

HS code 390740 covers the classification of polycarbonates in their primary forms. Polycarbonates are a type of thermoplastic polymer known for their exceptional impact resistance, optical clarity, and dimensional stability. This industry plays a crucial role in the production of a wide range of consumer and industrial products, contributing significantly to the global economy.

Production process

The production of polycarbonates typically involves a two-step process. First, bisphenol A and phosgene are reacted to form polycarbonate resin. This resin is then extruded or injection molded into the desired primary forms, such as pellets, sheets, or films.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the polycarbonate industry include bisphenol A, phosgene, and various additives such as stabilizers and colorants. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as extruders and injection molding machines, are essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the polycarbonate industry are the various polycarbonate products in their primary forms, such as pellets, sheets, and films. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 392010 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 392030 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, cellular, and 392690 Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914, among others.

Revisions to 390740

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 390740. The most recent 1 version of this code (390740) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 390740.

Family tree for polycarbonates; 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/v2022/390740'>390740: Polycarbonates; in primary forms</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390710'>390710: Polyacetals; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390721'>390721: Polyethers other than polyacetals; in primary forms, bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390729'>390729: Polyethers other than polyacetals, and bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate; in primary forms</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/390730'>390730: Epoxide resins; 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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