Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics

HS v2022 Code: 3917

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	17	n/a

Code	3917
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics

Child Codes: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3917; Plastics; tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges); Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of propylene; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, flexible, having a minimum burst pressure of 27.6MPa; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings; Plastics; artificial guts (sausage casings) of hardened protein or of cellulosic materials; Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 3917.30

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms; Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics; 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; 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; Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls

About tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics

HS code 3917 covers a wide range of plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses, as well as their associated fittings. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential components for a diverse array of industries, including construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. The versatility and durability of plastic tubing and piping make them indispensable in applications ranging from water and gas distribution to chemical processing and industrial automation.

Production process

The production of plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses typically involves extrusion, a process where molten plastic is forced through a die to create the desired shape and size. Depending on the specific application, additional steps may include cutting, joining, and the attachment of fittings. Advanced techniques, such as co-extrusion and multi-layer construction, can further enhance the performance and functionality of these products.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the 3917 (Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics) industry include various types of plastic resins, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Specialized additives, such as stabilizers and colorants, may also be used to improve the properties of the final products. Additionally, the industry relies on machinery and equipment for the extrusion and fabrication processes, as well as tools and molds for shaping and assembling the components.

Production outputs

The 3917 (Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics) industry produces a wide range of plastic tubing, piping, and hoses, as well as the associated fittings and connectors. These outputs are then consumed by a variety of other industries, including 4016 Other articles of vulcanized rubber, 7307 (Tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel), and 8481 Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves.

Family tree for tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</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/v2022/3905'>3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3906'>3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> I["<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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3908'>3908: Polyamides in primary forms</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3909'>3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3910'>3910: Silicones in primary forms</a>"]
A --> M["<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 --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> O["<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 --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3914'>3914: Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3915'>3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics</a>"]
A --> R["<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 --> 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/v2022/391710'>391710: Plastics; artificial guts (sausage casings) of hardened protein or of cellulosic materials</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391721'>391721: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391722'>391722: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of propylene</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391723'>391723: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391729'>391729: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3917</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391731'>391731: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, flexible, having a minimum burst pressure of 27.6MPa</a>"]
B --> BH["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391732'>391732: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings</a>"]
B --> BI["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391733'>391733: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings</a>"]
B --> BJ["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391739'>391739: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 3917.30</a>"]
B --> BK["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391740'>391740: Plastics; tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges)</a>"]


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