HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3902.30 – Propylene, other olefin polymers; propylene copolymers in primary forms
HS code 3902.30 is the 6-digit subheading for propylene, other olefin polymers, propylene copolymers in primary forms. It is used for random polypropylene copolymer, impact copolymer, random copolymer film grade, injection molding grade polypropylene and blow molding grade polypropylene.
What HS 3902.30 covers
This HS code covers propylene copolymers in their primary forms, such as pellets, granules, or powders. These materials are crucial in international trade due to their enhanced properties compared to homopolymers, offering improved impact resistance, flexibility, and clarity. Major petrochemical companies and polymer manufacturers globally are key exporters, while a diverse range of industries acts as importers. These include packaging manufacturers, automotive component producers, construction material suppliers, and textile fiber makers. Key things to know involve the constant innovation in copolymer formulations to meet specific performance demands, the impact of crude oil and natural gas prices on raw material costs, and the growing demand for sustainable and recyclable plastic solutions, especially in emerging economies.
- Covers
- Random polypropylene copolymer
- Impact copolymer
- Random copolymer film grade
- Injection molding grade polypropylene
- Blow molding grade polypropylene
- Fiber grade polypropylene
- Transparent polypropylene copolymer
- Examples
- LyondellBasell HCPP
- Borealis BorPPR
- ExxonMobil Exxpol
- SABIC PP copolymer
- TotalEnergies PP copolymer
Codes often confused with 3902.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 390210 (polypropylene homopolymers) if the 'copolymer' aspect is overlooked, or with 390290 for other olefin copolymers not specifically propylene-based.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 390230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 390230 in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 10% 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 South Korea $1.5B 11% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $1.5B 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.4B 10% of world exports
World total: $13.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.5B 10% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Italy $933M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $14.7B 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 code for 3902.30
Brazil does not split HS 3902.30: its NCM code is 3902.30.00.
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 3902.30
What is HS code 390230?
HS code 390230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Propylene, other olefin polymers; propylene copolymers in primary forms. This HS code covers propylene copolymers in their primary forms, such as pellets, granules, or powders. These materials are crucial in international trade due to their enhanced properties compared to homopolymers, offering improved impact resistance, flexibility, and clarity. Major petrochemical companies and polymer manufacturers globally are key exporters, while a diverse range of industries acts as importers. These include packaging manufacturers, automotive component producers, construction material suppliers, and textile fiber makers. Key things to know involve the constant innovation in copolymer formulations to meet specific performance demands, the impact of crude oil and natural gas prices on raw material costs, and the growing demand for sustainable and recyclable plastic solutions, especially in emerging economies.
What products fall under HS code 390230?
Random polypropylene copolymer, impact copolymer, random copolymer film grade, injection molding grade polypropylene, blow molding grade polypropylene, fiber grade polypropylene, transparent polypropylene copolymer
What are common misclassifications for HS code 390230?
This code can be confused with 390210 (polypropylene homopolymers) if the 'copolymer' aspect is overlooked, or with 390290 for other olefin copolymers not specifically propylene-based.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 390230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 390230 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($1.5B, 11% of world exports), Singapore ($1.5B) and the United States ($1.4B). World exports came to about $13.7B, 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 390230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 390230 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.5B, 10% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and Italy ($933M). World imports came to about $14.7B, 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 390230 structured?
HS code 390230 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 390230?
In Brazil, HS code 390230 is NCM 3902.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.