About HS Code 392210
This category encompasses plastic baths, shower-baths, sinks, and wash-basins, which are integral components of modern bathroom and kitchen installations. These goods are widely traded globally, driven by new construction projects, renovation trends, and consumer demand for lightweight, durable, and often more affordable alternatives to traditional ceramic or metal fixtures. Importers are typically construction material distributors, hardware retailers, and large-scale property developers, while exporters are manufacturers specializing in plastic molding and fabrication for sanitary ware. Key considerations in trade include material quality (e.g., acrylic, ABS), design aesthetics, ease of installation, and compliance with local plumbing and safety standards, which vary significantly across different markets.
Products Under This Code
Acrylic bathtubs, Plastic shower trays, ABS shower bases, Plastic wash basins, Composite resin sinks, Freestanding plastic baths, Corner shower enclosures
Real World Examples
Kohler acrylic tubs, American Standard plastic sinks, Jacuzzi plastic shower bases, Duravit plastic washbasins
Common Misclassification
Often confused with similar articles made of ceramic (6910) or cast iron (7324) if the material composition is not clearly specified, or with other plastic sanitary ware like toilets (392290).
Products Classified Under 3922.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Plastics & Rubber industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Italy are major exporters, while the USA and EU countries are significant importers due to high demand in construction and renovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 392210?
HS code 392210 covers: Plastics; baths, shower-baths, sinks and wash-basins. This category encompasses plastic baths, shower-baths, sinks, and wash-basins, which are integral components of modern bathroom and kitchen installations. These goods are widely traded globally, driven by new construction projects, renovation trends, and consumer demand for lightweight, durable, and often more affordable alternatives to traditional ceramic or metal fixtures. Importers are typically construction material distributors, hardware retailers, and large-scale property developers, while exporters are manufacturers specializing in plastic molding and fabrication for sanitary ware. Key considerations in trade include material quality (e.g., acrylic, ABS), design aesthetics, ease of installation, and compliance with local plumbing and safety standards, which vary significantly across different markets.
What products fall under HS code 392210?
Acrylic bathtubs, Plastic shower trays, ABS shower bases, Plastic wash basins, Composite resin sinks, Freestanding plastic baths, Corner shower enclosures
What are common misclassifications for HS code 392210?
Often confused with similar articles made of ceramic (6910) or cast iron (7324) if the material composition is not clearly specified, or with other plastic sanitary ware like toilets (392290).
How is HS code 392210 structured?
HS code 392210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.