Plastics; lavatory seats and covers

HS code 392220 covers the production of plastic lavatory seats and covers. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader plumbing and sanitation equipment sector, providing essential components for bathrooms and restrooms. As a key part of the plastics manufacturing industry, the lavatory seats and covers segment contributes to the overall growth and development of the global economy.

The main production techniques used in this industry involve the molding and shaping of plastic materials. This typically includes injection molding, where molten plastic is injected into a mold to create the desired shape. Other methods such as thermoforming, where plastic sheets are heated and formed over a mold, may also be employed. The finished products undergo various finishing processes, including trimming, polishing, and the addition of any necessary hardware or fittings.

The primary inputs for the production of plastic lavatory seats and covers include thermoplastic resins such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS). These raw materials are sourced from the 390000 Plastics and articles thereof industry. Additionally, the industry requires specialized molds, injection molding machines, and other manufacturing equipment to shape and assemble the final products.

The main outputs of this industry are plastic lavatory seats and covers, which are then consumed by the 392200 Baths, shower-baths, sinks, washbasins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and similar sanitary ware, of plastics industry. These components are essential for the production of complete bathroom fixtures and fittings, which are used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.