Plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods

HS v2022 Code: 392310

About plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods

HS code 392310 covers a wide range of plastic products used for the conveyance and packaging of goods. These items, which include boxes, cases, crates, and similar articles, play a crucial role in the global supply chain, facilitating the efficient and secure transportation of a vast array of commodities. This industry is a vital component of the broader plastics manufacturing sector, contributing significantly to the overall economy through its production, trade, and employment opportunities.

Production process

The production of plastic boxes, cases, crates, and similar articles typically involves a combination of injection molding, thermoforming, and extrusion techniques. Injection molding is a common method, where molten plastic is injected into a mold to create the desired shape. Thermoforming, on the other hand, involves heating a plastic sheet and then pressing it into a mold to form the final product. Extrusion is used to create continuous plastic profiles, which can then be cut and formed into various packaging solutions.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 392310 items include a variety of plastic resins, such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). These raw materials are sourced from the petrochemical industry. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, including injection molding machines, thermoforming equipment, and extrusion lines, as well as molds and tooling to shape the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 392310 are plastic boxes, cases, crates, and similar articles used for the conveyance and packaging of goods. These products are widely used across various industries, including 440810 Wood; sheets for veneering, for plywood or for other similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm, 852351 Solid-state non-volatile storage devices, and 940320 Furniture; metal, other than seats, among others. The versatility and durability of these plastic packaging solutions make them an essential component in the global logistics and distribution networks.

Revisions to 392310

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 392310. The most recent 1 version of this code (392310) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 392310.

Family tree for plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392310'>392310: Plastics; boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392321'>392321: Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392329'>392329: Plastics; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics other than ethylene polymers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392330'>392330: Plastics; carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392340'>392340: Plastics; spools, cops, bobbins and similar supports, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392350'>392350: Plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/392390'>392390: Plastics; articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923</a>"]

    

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