Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39

HS v2022 Code: 3921

About plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39

HS code 3921 covers a diverse range of plastic products that are widely used across various industries. These plastic plates, sheets, films, foils, and strips are essential components in packaging, construction, automotive, and numerous other applications. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing cost-effective and versatile materials that support the manufacturing and distribution of a wide array of goods.

Production process

The production of the plastic products under HS code 3921 typically involves a combination of extrusion, calendering, and thermoforming processes. Extrusion is the primary technique, where molten plastic is forced through a die to create continuous sheets or films. Calendering, a process of passing the plastic through a series of rollers, is used to produce thinner and more uniform sheets. Thermoforming, which involves heating and shaping the plastic over a mold, is employed to create complex shapes and structures.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3921 products include various types of plastic resins, such as 3901 Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms, 3902 Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms, and 3903 Polymers of styrene, in primary forms. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, including extruders, calenders, and thermoforming equipment, as well as energy sources and skilled labor.

Production outputs

The plastic plates, sheets, films, foils, and strips produced under HS code 3921 are widely used as inputs for a variety of downstream industries. These products are commonly used in 3920 Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 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, among others. The versatility of these plastic materials makes them essential components in packaging, construction, automotive, and numerous other applications.

Family tree for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3921'>3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39</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/v2022/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</a>"]
A --> T["<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 --> U["<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 --> V["<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 --> 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/v2022/392111'>392111: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of styrene, cellular</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392112'>392112: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of vinyl chloride, cellular</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392113'>392113: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polyurethanes, cellular</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392114'>392114: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of regenerated cellulose, cellular</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392119'>392119: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3921, cellular</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392190'>392190: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular</a>"]


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