HS Code for Nylon resin

Nylon resin is classified under HS code 3908.10, which specifically covers polyamides in primary forms. Chapter 39 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to plastics and articles thereof, and heading 3908 is reserved for polyamides. The term 'primary forms' is strictly defined in the HS Explanatory Notes to include liquids, pastes, blocks, lumps, powders, granules, flakes, and similar bulk forms. Nylon resin, as a thermoplastic engineering plastic, is typically traded in the form of small pellets or granules ready for injection molding or extrusion. This subheading includes various chemical types such as Polyamide-6 (PA6), Polyamide-6,6 (PA66), Polyamide-11, and Polyamide-12. The classification is based on the chemical structure where the amide groups are an integral part of the polymer chain. Because these resins are the raw material for a vast array of industrial products, from automotive parts to food packaging, accurate classification at the resin stage is vital for trade statistics and duty assessment.

Products Included

• Polyamide-6 (PA6) granules
• Polyamide-6,6 (PA66) pellets
• Nylon 11 and Nylon 12 molding compounds
• Nylon resin in powder form for 3D printing
• Polyamide-6,10 and 6,12 primary resins

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 3907, which covers other polyethers and polyesters. While they are also plastics, their chemical backbone differs from polyamides. Another frequent error involves HS code 3911, which is for petroleum resins and other resins not elsewhere specified. If the nylon resin is reinforced with glass fibers or mineral fillers, it remains under 3908.10 as long as the polyamide remains the predominant plastic component. However, if the resin has been processed into semi-finished shapes like rods, tubes, or sheets, it must be classified under headings 3916, 3917, or 3920 respectively, rather than the primary form code.

FAQ

What is the HS code for nylon resin?

The HS code for nylon resin in primary forms (such as pellets or granules) is 3908.10.

Does this code include recycled nylon pellets?

Yes, as long as the recycled material has been re-processed into a primary form like granules and consists of polyamides, it is classified under 3908.10. However, waste, parings, and scrap of nylon are classified under 3915.90.