HS Code Subheading

Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride

3917.23 Subheading
Section VII — Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof

About HS Code 391723

This HS code covers rigid tubes, pipes, and hoses made from vinyl chloride polymers, primarily unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC or PVC-U). These products are ubiquitous in construction and infrastructure due to their cost-effectiveness, excellent corrosion resistance, and ease of installation. Importers are typically construction companies, municipal water and sewage authorities, and agricultural sectors for irrigation. Exporters are large-scale PVC pipe manufacturers. The global trade in these pipes is substantial, driven by urbanization, sanitation projects, and agricultural needs. Key considerations include pressure ratings, diameter, wall thickness, and suitability for specific applications like potable water, sewage, or electrical conduit. PVC pipes have largely replaced traditional materials like cast iron or concrete in many applications due to their durability, lower maintenance, and environmental benefits over their lifecycle.

Products Under This Code

UPVC water supply pipes, PVC sewage pipes, PVC electrical conduit, PVC drainage pipes, PVC well casings, PVC irrigation pipes, PVC vent pipes, PVC pressure pipes

Real World Examples

Wavin PVC-U pipes, Charlotte Pipe PVC pipes, IPEX PVC piping systems, Georg Fischer PVC-U pipes

Common Misclassification

This code might be confused with flexible vinyl chloride polymer tubes/hoses (e.g., 391739) or with other rigid plastic pipes (e.g., 391721 for ethylene, 391722 for propylene).

Products Classified Under 3917.23

PVC pipeRigid PVC tubing

Related Codes

3917.10 Plastics; artificial guts (sausage casings) of hardened protein or of cellulosic materials 3917.21 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene 3917.22 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of propylene 3917.29 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3917 3917.31 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, flexible, having a minimum burst pressure of 27.6MPa 3917.32 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings 3917.33 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings 3917.39 Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 3917.30 3917.40 Plastics; tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges)

Industry

This code belongs to the Plastics & Rubber industry.

Trade Overview

The USA, Germany, and India are major importers, while China, Germany, and the USA are key exporters of rigid vinyl chloride polymer pipes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 391723?

HS code 391723 covers: Plastics; tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride. This HS code covers rigid tubes, pipes, and hoses made from vinyl chloride polymers, primarily unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC or PVC-U). These products are ubiquitous in construction and infrastructure due to their cost-effectiveness, excellent corrosion resistance, and ease of installation. Importers are typically construction companies, municipal water and sewage authorities, and agricultural sectors for irrigation. Exporters are large-scale PVC pipe manufacturers. The global trade in these pipes is substantial, driven by urbanization, sanitation projects, and agricultural needs. Key considerations include pressure ratings, diameter, wall thickness, and suitability for specific applications like potable water, sewage, or electrical conduit. PVC pipes have largely replaced traditional materials like cast iron or concrete in many applications due to their durability, lower maintenance, and environmental benefits over their lifecycle.

What products fall under HS code 391723?

UPVC water supply pipes, PVC sewage pipes, PVC electrical conduit, PVC drainage pipes, PVC well casings, PVC irrigation pipes, PVC vent pipes, PVC pressure pipes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 391723?

This code might be confused with flexible vinyl chloride polymer tubes/hoses (e.g., 391739) or with other rigid plastic pipes (e.g., 391721 for ethylene, 391722 for propylene).

How is HS code 391723 structured?

HS code 391723 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 (23) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.