About HS Code 380991
This category encompasses finishing agents and dye carriers specifically for the textile industry, excluding those based on amylaceous substances. These advanced chemical preparations are vital for imparting a wide range of properties to fabrics, such as wrinkle resistance, water repellency, flame retardancy, enhanced softness, and improved color fastness. They are essential for producing high-performance textiles, technical fabrics, and apparel. Key players in this international trade include specialized textile chemical manufacturers, dye houses, and fabric producers globally. Important aspects include compliance with environmental regulations, compatibility with various fiber types (natural and synthetic), and the ability to meet specific performance demands for end-use applications, driving innovation in textile chemistry.
Products Under This Code
Acrylic sizing agents, Silicone softeners, Fluorocarbon water repellents, Polyurethane coatings for textiles, Non-starch dye fixing agents, Optical brighteners for fabrics, Anti-pilling agents
Real World Examples
Archroma NuvaCryl, Huntsman Terasil, BASF Basosoft, Dow Corning Syl-Off, Tanatex Chemicals Tanapel
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 380910 if the 'amylaceous substances' distinction is missed, or with 380992/380993 if the specific industry (textile) is not correctly identified.
Products Classified Under 3809.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers and exporters include China, Germany, India, Turkey, and Bangladesh due to their large textile industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 380991?
HS code 380991 covers: Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the textile industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances). This category encompasses finishing agents and dye carriers specifically for the textile industry, excluding those based on amylaceous substances. These advanced chemical preparations are vital for imparting a wide range of properties to fabrics, such as wrinkle resistance, water repellency, flame retardancy, enhanced softness, and improved color fastness. They are essential for producing high-performance textiles, technical fabrics, and apparel. Key players in this international trade include specialized textile chemical manufacturers, dye houses, and fabric producers globally. Important aspects include compliance with environmental regulations, compatibility with various fiber types (natural and synthetic), and the ability to meet specific performance demands for end-use applications, driving innovation in textile chemistry.
What products fall under HS code 380991?
Acrylic sizing agents, Silicone softeners, Fluorocarbon water repellents, Polyurethane coatings for textiles, Non-starch dye fixing agents, Optical brighteners for fabrics, Anti-pilling agents
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380991?
Often confused with 380910 if the 'amylaceous substances' distinction is missed, or with 380992/380993 if the specific industry (textile) is not correctly identified.
How is HS code 380991 structured?
HS code 380991 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.