HS Code 3202Tanning substances; synthetic organic or inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances, enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning
2 six-digit codes · Heading 2 of 15 in Chapter 32 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 3202 covers man-made and mineral tanning substances, plus ready-made tanning preparations. These are the leather tanning chemicals that customs sorts under one heading.
Heading 3202 splits exactly two ways. Goods answering to “Tanning substances; synthetic organic or inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances, enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning” classify either at 320210 or at 320290, and the wording in the table below is the whole of what separates them. The heading is number 2 of 15 in Chapter 32, Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks, which runs to 45 six-digit codes in all.
What HS code 3202 covers
Tanning means treating animal hides so they can become leather. Heading 3202 holds the chemicals that do this job when they are not plant extracts. It also names tanning preparations, which may or may not contain natural tanning substances. The last group is enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning, often called pre-tanning enzymes.
The Harmonized System is the shared naming scheme that customs offices use to sort goods. This customs classification gives each product a numbered place. You may also see the same number written as HSN code 3202 or HTS code 3202. The heading number stays the same, and countries add their own extra digits after it.
HS 3202 subheadings: 320210 and 320290
Heading 3202 has two codes beneath it. Each one has a clear job.
- 320210: synthetic organic tanning substances. This is the code to check first for man-made organic tanning chemicals.
How to choose between 320210 and 320290
Start with what the product is made of and how it is sold. A man-made organic tanning chemical goes to 320210. A mineral, or inorganic, tanning chemical goes to 320290. A mixed tanning preparation also goes to 320290, and so does an enzyme product used before tanning.
Read the product label and the supplier's data sheet before you pick a code. Rules and checks differ from country to country, so confirm your choice with a customs broker. The HS code classifier can help you narrow down the right code for a product.
HS 3202 vs 3201 and other Chapter 32 headings
People often ask about the difference between HS 3201 and HS 3202. These come from plants. A simple test helps: if the product is a plant extract or a tannin derivative, look at 3201. If it is man-made, mineral or a prepared mix, look at 3202.
Tanning is also different from dyeing. These headings give colour to a product. Heading 3202 helps turn hides into leather.
Who imports tanning substances under HS 3202?
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Nearby headings in Chapter 32
- 3201Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters…3 codes
- 3203Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts…1 code
- 3204Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic…11 codes
- 3205Colour lakes; preparations based on colour lakes as specified in note 3 to…1 code
- 3206Colouring matter and preparations thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 3203, 3204…7 codes
- 3207Pigments, prepared; opacifiers, colours, vitrifiable enamels, glazes, engobes…4 codes
- 3208Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or…3 codes
- 3209Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or…2 codes
- 3210Paints and varnishes (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), excluding…1 code
- 3211Driers; prepared1 code
- 3212Pigments (metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in non-aqueous media in…2 codes
- 3213Colours; artists, students, or signboard painters, modifying tints, amusement…2 codes
Who ships under 3202?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 2 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries, chapters 28–38.
HS Code 3202: common questions
What is HS code 3202?
It also covers enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning.
What is the HSN code for synthetic organic tanning substances?
This is one of the two codes under heading 3202.
Which HS code covers enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning?
That code also covers inorganic tanning substances and tanning preparations.
Under which chapter does HSN code 3202 fall?
It falls under Chapter 32, which covers tanning or dyeing extracts, dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, putty and inks. Chapter 32 belongs to Section VI, which spans chapters 28 to 38.
Where can I find HS code 3202 import export data?
Start with the import data and export data pages on EximDataX and look for tanning substances. The section above explains what the records show.
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