About HS Code 381239
This broad category encompasses a wide array of anti-oxidising preparations and compound stabilisers for rubber or plastics, excluding the specific TMQ oligomers covered by 381231. These additives are crucial for protecting polymers from degradation caused by heat, light, oxygen, and other environmental factors, thereby preserving their mechanical properties, color, and overall lifespan. They are indispensable in virtually every sector that uses plastics and rubber, including packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, and consumer goods. Importers and exporters include major chemical producers, specialized additive manufacturers, and distributors serving a diverse range of industries. Key considerations involve selecting the appropriate stabilizer system for the specific polymer (e.g., PVC, PE, PP, ABS), processing conditions, and end-use application requirements. The market is driven by continuous innovation in performance, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with evolving environmental and health regulations, particularly regarding heavy metals and certain organic compounds.
Products Under This Code
Hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS), UV absorbers, Phosphite antioxidants, Phenolic antioxidants, Thioester antioxidants, Metal deactivators, Hydrotalcite stabilizers, Calcium-zinc stabilizers
Real World Examples
Irganox 1010, Tinuvin 770, Weston 618, Songnox 1076, Doverphos S-9228
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 381231 if the specific TMQ oligomers are not correctly identified, or with primary forms of individual chemical compounds (e.g., 2933.99 for specific heterocyclic compounds) if they are not prepared mixtures for stabilization.
Products Classified Under 3812.39
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, USA, Germany, Japan, and South Korea are leading countries in the import and export of these diverse rubber and plastics stabilizers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 381239?
HS code 381239 covers: Anti-oxidising preparations and other compound stabilisers; for rubber or plastics, other than mixtures of oligomers of 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline (TMQ). This broad category encompasses a wide array of anti-oxidising preparations and compound stabilisers for rubber or plastics, excluding the specific TMQ oligomers covered by 381231. These additives are crucial for protecting polymers from degradation caused by heat, light, oxygen, and other environmental factors, thereby preserving their mechanical properties, color, and overall lifespan. They are indispensable in virtually every sector that uses plastics and rubber, including packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, and consumer goods. Importers and exporters include major chemical producers, specialized additive manufacturers, and distributors serving a diverse range of industries. Key considerations involve selecting the appropriate stabilizer system for the specific polymer (e.g., PVC, PE, PP, ABS), processing conditions, and end-use application requirements. The market is driven by continuous innovation in performance, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with evolving environmental and health regulations, particularly regarding heavy metals and certain organic compounds.
What products fall under HS code 381239?
Hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS), UV absorbers, Phosphite antioxidants, Phenolic antioxidants, Thioester antioxidants, Metal deactivators, Hydrotalcite stabilizers, Calcium-zinc stabilizers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 381239?
This code is often confused with 381231 if the specific TMQ oligomers are not correctly identified, or with primary forms of individual chemical compounds (e.g., 2933.99 for specific heterocyclic compounds) if they are not prepared mixtures for stabilization.
How is HS code 381239 structured?
HS code 381239 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.