About HS Code 391721
This HS code covers rigid tubes, pipes, and hoses made from ethylene polymers, primarily polyethylene (PE). These products are fundamental to infrastructure and industrial applications due to their excellent chemical resistance, flexibility (before installation), and durability. Importers are typically construction companies, utility providers (water, gas), agricultural enterprises, and industrial manufacturers requiring robust fluid conveyance systems. Exporters are large-scale plastic pipe manufacturers. The trade in these goods is significant, driven by global urbanization, agricultural development, and industrial expansion. Key considerations include pressure ratings, diameter, wall thickness, and specific PE grades (e.g., HDPE, MDPE, LDPE) tailored for different applications like potable water, gas distribution, or irrigation. Their long lifespan and resistance to corrosion make them a preferred choice over traditional materials in many sectors.
Products Under This Code
HDPE water pipes, MDPE gas pipes, LDPE irrigation tubing, Polyethylene conduit, PE drainage pipes, Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes (rigid forms), Geothermal PE pipes, Sub-duct PE pipes
Real World Examples
Uponor PEX pipes (rigid), Wavin HDPE pipes, JM Eagle PE pipes, Georg Fischer PE piping systems
Common Misclassification
This code might be confused with flexible ethylene polymer tubes/hoses (e.g., 391731 if meeting burst pressure, or 391739 otherwise) or with other rigid plastic pipes (e.g., 391722 for propylene, 391723 for vinyl chloride).
Products Classified Under 3917.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Plastics & Rubber industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and China are major importers, while China, Germany, and the USA are key exporters of rigid ethylene polymer pipes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 391721?
HS code 391721 covers: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene. This HS code covers rigid tubes, pipes, and hoses made from ethylene polymers, primarily polyethylene (PE). These products are fundamental to infrastructure and industrial applications due to their excellent chemical resistance, flexibility (before installation), and durability. Importers are typically construction companies, utility providers (water, gas), agricultural enterprises, and industrial manufacturers requiring robust fluid conveyance systems. Exporters are large-scale plastic pipe manufacturers. The trade in these goods is significant, driven by global urbanization, agricultural development, and industrial expansion. Key considerations include pressure ratings, diameter, wall thickness, and specific PE grades (e.g., HDPE, MDPE, LDPE) tailored for different applications like potable water, gas distribution, or irrigation. Their long lifespan and resistance to corrosion make them a preferred choice over traditional materials in many sectors.
What products fall under HS code 391721?
HDPE water pipes, MDPE gas pipes, LDPE irrigation tubing, Polyethylene conduit, PE drainage pipes, Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes (rigid forms), Geothermal PE pipes, Sub-duct PE pipes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 391721?
This code might be confused with flexible ethylene polymer tubes/hoses (e.g., 391731 if meeting burst pressure, or 391739 otherwise) or with other rigid plastic pipes (e.g., 391722 for propylene, 391723 for vinyl chloride).
How is HS code 391721 structured?
HS code 391721 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.