HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3901.30 – Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers
HS code 3901.30 is the 6-digit subheading for ethylene polymers, in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers. It is used for EVA pellets, EVA granules, EVA foam resins, hot-melt adhesive grade EVA and solar encapsulation film grade EVA.
What HS 3901.30 covers
This code covers ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers in primary forms, typically traded as pellets or granules. EVA is a versatile thermoplastic known for its elasticity, toughness, clarity, and good adhesion properties. The vinyl acetate content significantly influences its characteristics, ranging from rubber-like flexibility to more rigid plastic. It finds widespread use in footwear (soles, midsoles), hot-melt adhesives, solar panel encapsulation films, foam products, and wire and cable insulation. Key importers and exporters are chemical producers, specialized compounders, and manufacturers in the footwear, solar, and packaging industries. Understanding the vinyl acetate percentage is crucial for accurate classification and application matching, as it directly impacts the material's performance.
- Covers
- EVA pellets
- EVA granules
- EVA foam resins
- Hot-melt adhesive grade EVA
- Solar encapsulation film grade EVA
- Wire & cable grade EVA
- Examples
- Arkema Evatane
- Celanese Ateva
- LG Chem EVA
- DuPont Elvax
- Hanwha Total EVA
Codes often confused with 3901.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with other ethylene copolymers (e.g., 390140 or 390190) if the vinyl acetate component is not clearly identified, or with other rubber-like polymers in Chapter 40.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 390130, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 390130 in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 31% of its exports here ($163M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 27% of its imports here ($140M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Korea $1.1B 26% of world exports
- 2 China $514M 12% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$357M 8.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 31% of its exports here ($163M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $905M 21% of world imports
- 2 India $409M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$357M 8.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 27% of its imports here ($140M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 3901.30 2
Brazil splits HS 3901.30 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3901.30.10 Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), liquids or pastesNas formas previstas na Nota 6 a) deste Capítulo
- 3901.30.90 Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), other formsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3901.30
What is HS code 390130?
HS code 390130 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers. This code covers ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers in primary forms, typically traded as pellets or granules. EVA is a versatile thermoplastic known for its elasticity, toughness, clarity, and good adhesion properties. The vinyl acetate content significantly influences its characteristics, ranging from rubber-like flexibility to more rigid plastic. It finds widespread use in footwear (soles, midsoles), hot-melt adhesives, solar panel encapsulation films, foam products, and wire and cable insulation. Key importers and exporters are chemical producers, specialized compounders, and manufacturers in the footwear, solar, and packaging industries. Understanding the vinyl acetate percentage is crucial for accurate classification and application matching, as it directly impacts the material's performance.
What products fall under HS code 390130?
EVA pellets, EVA granules, EVA foam resins, hot-melt adhesive grade EVA, solar encapsulation film grade EVA, wire & cable grade EVA
What are common misclassifications for HS code 390130?
Can be confused with other ethylene copolymers (e.g., 390140 or 390190) if the vinyl acetate component is not clearly identified, or with other rubber-like polymers in Chapter 40.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 390130?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 390130 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($1.1B, 26% of world exports), China ($514M) and Taiwan (about $357M). World exports came to about $4.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 31% of its exports here ($163M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 390130?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 390130 in UN Comtrade data were China ($905M, 21% of world imports), India ($409M) and Vietnam (about $357M). World imports came to about $4.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 27% of its imports here ($140M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
How is HS code 390130 structured?
HS code 390130 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 390130?
Brazil splits HS code 390130 into 2 NCM codes: 3901.30.10 (Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), liquids or pastes), 3901.30.90 (Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), other forms). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.