Product classification
HS code for VC/VA copolymer: 3904.30
Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers, vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms.
Classification of VC/VA copolymer under HS 3904.30
Vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate (VC/VA) copolymers are classified under HS code 3904.30 because they are polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, specifically in primary forms. According to the Chapter 39 notes, \"primary forms\" include liquids, pastes, blocks, lumps, powders, granules, and flakes. For a copolymer to be classified here, the vinyl chloride monomer unit must predominate by weight over every other single comonomer unit in the polymer chain, as per Note 4 to Chapter 39. This specific subheading is dedicated to the copolymerization of vinyl chloride and vinyl acetate, a common industrial plastic used in coatings, adhesives, and floor tiles. The classification process requires a chemical analysis to confirm that the vinyl chloride content is at least 50% by weight of the total polymer content, or at least the largest single component. If the vinyl acetate content were to exceed the vinyl chloride content, the product would likely shift to heading 3905. This classification is essential for determining the correct duty rates and regulatory requirements for chemical imports, as these copolymers are often subject to specific environmental and safety standards.
- Covers
- VC/VA copolymer resins in powder form
- Vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate granules for injection molding
- Copolymer solutions used in industrial coatings
- VC/VA pellets for the manufacture of vinyl records
- Primary form copolymers for adhesive formulations
- Also under 3904.30
- Shin-Etsu PVC
- OxyVinyls PVC
- Vinnolit PVC-VA
- Kaneka PVC-VA
- LG Chem PVC
Codes often confused with 3904.30
Common mistake. VC/VA copolymers are often misclassified under 3904.10, which is reserved for pure Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) that has not been mixed with other substances. Another common error is using 3904.40, which is a residual category for \"other\" vinyl chloride copolymers that do not have a specific subheading. If the product is already shaped into sheets or films, it must be classified under 3920 or 3921 rather than 3904.30, which is strictly for primary forms.
Top exporters and importers of HS 390430 (the code used for VC/VA copolymer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 390430 (the code used for VC/VA copolymer) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 17% 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 390430, not only VC/VA copolymer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $105M 30% of world exports
- 2 Japan $59M 17% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $44M 13% of world exports
World total: $346M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $54M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $39M 12% of world imports
- 3 China $38M 12% of world imports
World total: $328M 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 VC/VA copolymer
Brazil classifies VC/VA copolymer under NCM 3904.30.00: HS 3904.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about VC/VA copolymer
What is the HS code for VC/VA copolymer?
The HS code for VC/VA copolymer is 390430 (Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms). The HS code for vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers in primary forms is 3904.30.
How do I classify VC/VA copolymer for customs?
VC/VA copolymer is classified under HS code 390430 — Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers; vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers, in primary forms. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What qualifies as a primary form for this chemical?
Primary forms include liquids, dispersions, granules, powders, and similar bulk forms that have not yet been processed into finished articles.
Which countries are the top exporters of VC/VA copolymer (HS 390430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 390430 (the code used for VC/VA copolymer) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($105M, 30% of world exports), Japan ($59M) and South Korea ($44M). World exports came to about $346M, 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 VC/VA copolymer (HS 390430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 390430 (the code used for VC/VA copolymer) in UN Comtrade data were India ($54M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($39M) and China ($38M). World imports came to about $328M, 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 VC/VA copolymer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 390430 for VC/VA copolymer 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 VC/VA copolymer in Brazil?
In Brazil, VC/VA copolymer (HS 390430) is classified under NCM 3904.30.00.