HS Code 39: Plastics and articles thereof

Q: Is HS code 39 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 39 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 39 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 39?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 39.

What is HS Code 39

HS Code 39 covers Plastics and articles thereof. It is one of the 96 chapters of the WCO Harmonized System, sitting in Section VII (Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof). The two digits "39" are the chapter level — every 4-digit heading and 6-digit subheading starting with "39" belongs here.

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What does HS Code 39 Plastics and articles thereof Cover?

Section VII

Chapters (39-40) Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof

Chapter 39

Plastics and articles thereof

HS Code 3901

Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms

HS Code 3902

Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms

HS Code 3903

Polymers of styrene, in primary forms

HS Code 3904

Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms

HS Code 3905

Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms

HS Code 3906

Acrylic polymers in primary forms

HS Code 3907

Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms

HS Code 3908

Polyamides in primary forms

HS Code 3909

Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms

HS Code 3910

Silicones in primary forms

HS Code 3911

Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms

HS Code 3912

Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms

HS Code 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

HS Code 3914

Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms

HS Code 3915

Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics

HS Code 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

HS Code 3917

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

HS Code 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

HS Code 3919

Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls

HS Code 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

HS Code 3921

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

HS Code 3922

Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and sanitary ware, of plastics

HS Code 3923

Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics

HS Code 3924

Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics

HS Code 3925

Plastics; builders' wares n.e.c. or included

HS Code 3926

Articles of plastics and articles of other materials of heading no. 3901 to 3914, n.e.c. in chapter 39

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What HS Codes for Plastics Do Not Cover

Chapter 39 covers plastics in primary form and articles made of plastic. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Synthetic textile yarns and fibers

Chapters 54, 55

Footwear of plastic

Chapter 64

Plastic furniture

Chapter 94

Plastic toys, games, and sports equipment

Chapter 95

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

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