About HS Code 380400
This HS code covers residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp, specifically focusing on lignin sulphonates, which may be concentrated, desugared, or chemically treated. These are complex organic polymers derived from lignin, a natural component of wood, and are crucial in various industrial applications. In global trade, lignin sulphonates are highly valued for their excellent dispersing, binding, and emulsifying properties. They are extensively used as concrete admixtures to improve workability, as dust suppressants on roads, as binders in animal feed and refractories, and as dispersants in agricultural chemicals and dyestuffs. Major exporters are countries with robust pulp and paper industries, while importers span the construction, agriculture, and chemical sectors worldwide. The degree of concentration and specific chemical treatment significantly impacts their trade value and suitability for particular applications.
Products Under This Code
Lignin sulphonate, Calcium lignosulphonate, Sodium lignosulphonate, Ammonium lignosulphonate, Magnesium lignosulphonate, Desugared lignosulphonate, Chemically treated lignin
Real World Examples
Borregaard, Domtar, Sappi, LignoTech Florida, Green Agrochem
Common Misclassification
This code specifically excludes tall oil (380300), which is another significant by-product of wood pulping, and can be confused with other organic binders or dispersants if not clearly identified as lignin-based.
Products Classified Under 3804.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Norway, Canada, and the USA are leading exporters, with China, Germany, and India being major importers due to their large construction and agricultural industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 380400?
HS code 380400 covers: Lyes, residual; from the manufacture of wood pulp, whether or not concentrated, desugared or chemically treated, including lignin sulphonates but excluding tall oil of heading no. 3803. This HS code covers residual lyes from the manufacture of wood pulp, specifically focusing on lignin sulphonates, which may be concentrated, desugared, or chemically treated. These are complex organic polymers derived from lignin, a natural component of wood, and are crucial in various industrial applications. In global trade, lignin sulphonates are highly valued for their excellent dispersing, binding, and emulsifying properties. They are extensively used as concrete admixtures to improve workability, as dust suppressants on roads, as binders in animal feed and refractories, and as dispersants in agricultural chemicals and dyestuffs. Major exporters are countries with robust pulp and paper industries, while importers span the construction, agriculture, and chemical sectors worldwide. The degree of concentration and specific chemical treatment significantly impacts their trade value and suitability for particular applications.
What products fall under HS code 380400?
Lignin sulphonate, Calcium lignosulphonate, Sodium lignosulphonate, Ammonium lignosulphonate, Magnesium lignosulphonate, Desugared lignosulphonate, Chemically treated lignin
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380400?
This code specifically excludes tall oil (380300), which is another significant by-product of wood pulping, and can be confused with other organic binders or dispersants if not clearly identified as lignin-based.
How is HS code 380400 structured?
HS code 380400 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.