HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3902.10 – Propylene, other olefin polymers; polypropylene in primary forms
HS code 3902.10 is the 6-digit subheading for propylene, other olefin polymers, polypropylene in primary forms. It is used for PP homopolymer pellets, PP copolymer granules, PP random copolymer, PP impact copolymer and fiber grade PP.
What HS 3902.10 covers
This code covers polypropylene (PP) in primary forms, such as pellets, granules, or powder. Polypropylene is one of the most versatile and widely used thermoplastics, known for its excellent chemical resistance, high melting point, good stiffness, and fatigue resistance. It's extensively used across numerous industries, including automotive (bumpers, interior trim), packaging (containers, films), textiles (fibers, nonwovens), and consumer goods. Major importers and exporters are global petrochemical companies, plastic compounders, and manufacturers of finished plastic products. The trade is driven by its cost-effectiveness and adaptability to various processing methods. Key considerations include whether it's a homopolymer, random copolymer, or impact copolymer, as these variations offer different performance profiles.
- Covers
- PP homopolymer pellets
- PP copolymer granules
- PP random copolymer
- PP impact copolymer
- Fiber grade PP
- Injection molding grade PP
- Examples
- LyondellBasell Moplen
- SABIC PP
- Braskem PP
- INEOS PP
- Borealis BorPPR
Codes often confused with 3902.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with polyethylene (Chapter 3901) due to similar plastic applications, but PP has a different monomer unit and distinct properties like higher heat resistance and rigidity.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 390210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 390210 in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 8.1% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $4.8B 19% of world exports
- 2 China $2.7B 11% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $1.9B 7.7% of world exports
World total: $25.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Türkiye $2.1B 8.1% of world imports
- 2 China $2.1B 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Italy $1.3B 5.1% of world imports
World total: $26.4B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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. 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 3902.10 2
Brazil splits HS 3902.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3902.10
What is HS code 390210?
HS code 390210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Propylene, other olefin polymers; polypropylene in primary forms. This code covers polypropylene (PP) in primary forms, such as pellets, granules, or powder. Polypropylene is one of the most versatile and widely used thermoplastics, known for its excellent chemical resistance, high melting point, good stiffness, and fatigue resistance. It's extensively used across numerous industries, including automotive (bumpers, interior trim), packaging (containers, films), textiles (fibers, nonwovens), and consumer goods. Major importers and exporters are global petrochemical companies, plastic compounders, and manufacturers of finished plastic products. The trade is driven by its cost-effectiveness and adaptability to various processing methods. Key considerations include whether it's a homopolymer, random copolymer, or impact copolymer, as these variations offer different performance profiles.
What products fall under HS code 390210?
PP homopolymer pellets, PP copolymer granules, PP random copolymer, PP impact copolymer, fiber grade PP, injection molding grade PP
What are common misclassifications for HS code 390210?
Can be confused with polyethylene (Chapter 3901) due to similar plastic applications, but PP has a different monomer unit and distinct properties like higher heat resistance and rigidity.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 390210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 390210 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($4.8B, 19% of world exports), China ($2.7B) and South Korea ($1.9B). World exports came to about $25.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 390210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 390210 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($2.1B, 8.1% of world imports), China ($2.1B) and Italy ($1.3B). World imports came to about $26.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 390210 structured?
HS code 390210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 390210?
Brazil splits HS code 390210 into 2 NCM codes: 3902.10.10 (Polypropylene with filler), 3902.10.20 (Polypropylene without filler). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.