About HS Code 380993
This category includes finishing agents and dye carriers for the leather and similar industries, excluding those based on amylaceous substances, and distinct from paper and textile applications. These specialized chemical preparations are essential for transforming raw hides into finished leather, imparting properties such as softness, flexibility, water resistance, durability, and uniform color. They are crucial for producing high-quality leather for footwear, apparel, upholstery, and accessories. Key participants in this trade include chemical manufacturers specializing in leather auxiliaries, tanneries, and producers of leather goods. Important aspects include stringent environmental regulations concerning tanning chemicals, the specific type of leather being processed, and the desired aesthetic and performance characteristics of the final product.
Products Under This Code
Synthetic fatliquors for leather, Synthetic retanning agents, Leather dyes (synthetic carriers), Waterproofing agents for leather, Leather finishing lacquers, Protein fillers for leather, Degreasing agents for hides
Real World Examples
Stahl EasyWhite, Lanxess Baygenal, TFL Lederfix, BASF Basyntan, Clariant Cartasol
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 380910 if the non-amylaceous basis is missed, or with 380991/380992 if the specific industry (leather) is not correctly identified.
Products Classified Under 3809.93
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Italy, China, India, Brazil, and Turkey are significant players in the import and export of these leather finishing agents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 380993?
HS code 380993 covers: Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the leather or like (excluding paper and textile) industries, (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances). This category includes finishing agents and dye carriers for the leather and similar industries, excluding those based on amylaceous substances, and distinct from paper and textile applications. These specialized chemical preparations are essential for transforming raw hides into finished leather, imparting properties such as softness, flexibility, water resistance, durability, and uniform color. They are crucial for producing high-quality leather for footwear, apparel, upholstery, and accessories. Key participants in this trade include chemical manufacturers specializing in leather auxiliaries, tanneries, and producers of leather goods. Important aspects include stringent environmental regulations concerning tanning chemicals, the specific type of leather being processed, and the desired aesthetic and performance characteristics of the final product.
What products fall under HS code 380993?
Synthetic fatliquors for leather, Synthetic retanning agents, Leather dyes (synthetic carriers), Waterproofing agents for leather, Leather finishing lacquers, Protein fillers for leather, Degreasing agents for hides
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380993?
Often confused with 380910 if the non-amylaceous basis is missed, or with 380991/380992 if the specific industry (leather) is not correctly identified.
How is HS code 380993 structured?
HS code 380993 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.