Product classification
HS code for Acrylic resin: 3906.10
Acrylic polymers, poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms.
Classification of acrylic resin under HS 3906.10
Acrylic resin, specifically in the form of poly(methyl methacrylate) or PMMA, is classified under HS code 3906.10. Chapter 39 deals with plastics and articles thereof, and heading 3906 is dedicated to acrylic polymers in primary forms. Primary forms are defined in Note 6 to Chapter 39 as liquids and pastes, including dispersions (emulsions and suspensions) and solutions, or blocks of irregular shape, lumps, powders, granules, flakes, and similar bulk forms. Sub-heading 3906.10 specifically identifies PMMA, which is a transparent thermoplastic often used as a lightweight or shatter-resistant alternative to glass. This resin is widely used in various industries for its clarity, weather resistance, and UV stability. The classification is based on the chemical identity of the polymer and its physical state as a raw material rather than a finished article. It is important to ensure the resin is in one of the defined primary forms; once it is shaped into a sheet, tube, or finished product, the classification moves to the respective headings for those articles (such as 3920 or 3926).
- Covers
- PMMA pellets
- PMMA granules
- PMMA powder
- PMMA liquid dispersions
- PMMA molding compounds
- PMMA beads for industrial use
- Also under 3906.10
- Plexiglas (Evonik)
- Lucite (Mitsubishi Chemical)
- Acrylite (Roehm)
- Perspex (Perspex International)
Codes often confused with 3906.10
Common mistake. Acrylic resin is often misclassified under 3906.90, which is the "other" category for acrylic polymers that are not PMMA. It is also frequently confused with 3208.20, which covers paints and varnishes based on acrylic polymers dissolved in a volatile organic solvent. If the resin is already mixed as a coating material, it belongs in Chapter 32. Additionally, if the resin is in the form of a finished sheet, it should be classified under 3920.51.
Top exporters and importers of HS 390610 (the code used for acrylic resin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 390610 (the code used for acrylic resin) in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 390610, not only acrylic resin.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Korea $215M 18% of world exports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $139M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $133M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $322M 21% of world imports
- 2 India $94M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $91M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 acrylic resin
Brazil classifies acrylic resin under NCM 3906.10.00: HS 3906.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about acrylic resin
What is the HS code for Acrylic resin?
The HS code for Acrylic resin is 390610 (Acrylic polymers; poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms).
How do I classify Acrylic resin for customs?
Acrylic resin is classified under HS code 390610 — Acrylic polymers; poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for acrylic resin (PMMA)?
The HS code for poly(methyl methacrylate) in primary forms is 3906.10.
What qualifies as a "primary form" for acrylic resin?
Primary forms include liquids, pastes, powders, granules, flakes, and lumps. If the resin has been molded into a specific shape like a rod or sheet, it is no longer in a primary form.
Which countries are the top exporters of acrylic resin (HS 390610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 390610 (the code used for acrylic resin) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($215M, 18% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($139M) and China ($133M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 acrylic resin (HS 390610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 390610 (the code used for acrylic resin) in UN Comtrade data were China ($322M, 21% of world imports), India ($94M) and Mexico ($91M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Acrylic resin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 390610 for Acrylic resin is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for acrylic resin in Brazil?
In Brazil, acrylic resin (HS 390610) is classified under NCM 3906.10.00.