Plastics; builders' ware, doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors

HS code 392520 covers a diverse range of plastic-based building materials, including doors, windows, and their associated components. This industry plays a crucial role in the construction sector, providing essential materials for both residential and commercial projects. As the global construction industry continues to grow, the demand for high-quality, durable, and cost-effective building materials like those covered under this HS code has become increasingly important.

The production of the items covered under HS code 392520 typically involves a combination of injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming techniques. Manufacturers use specialized machinery to shape and mold plastic resins, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyethylene, into the desired building components. These production methods allow for the efficient and precise creation of doors, windows, and their associated frames and thresholds, ensuring consistent quality and performance.

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 392520 include various plastic resins, such as PVC, polyethylene, and polypropylene. Manufacturers also rely on a range of additives, including stabilizers, plasticizers, and colorants, to enhance the properties and appearance of the final products. Additionally, the industry utilizes specialized machinery, such as injection molding and extrusion equipment, as well as molds and tooling to shape the plastic components.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 392520 are plastic doors, windows, and their associated frames and thresholds. These building materials are widely used in the construction of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other construction-related industries, such as 441820 Wood; doors, frames, and thresholds, 681091 Cement; building blocks and bricks, and 732310 Iron or steel; structures and parts of structures, which incorporate these plastic components into their own products and projects.