Buyer's guide
Common grades and specifications
- Epoxy resins and hardeners
- Unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins
- Alkyd, acrylic and polyurethane resins
- Phenolic, urea- and melamine-formaldehyde resins
- Hydrocarbon (petroleum) resins and natural resins (rosin)
Typical packaging
Drums, IBCs, pails; solid resins in bags.
Typical minimum order
Commonly from one pallet to one container.
HS code (4-digit headings)
| Heading | Description |
|---|---|
| 3907 | Epoxide resins, polyesters, alkyds |
| 3909 | Amino-resins, phenolic resins, polyurethanes |
| 3911 | Petroleum resins and other resins in primary forms |
| 3806 | Rosin and resin acids |
Guidance only. The exact 6- to 10-digit code depends on the product and the importing country's tariff. Confirm with your customs broker.
Incoterms tips
For containerised goods, FCA, CPT or CIP are usually a better fit than FOB/CIF, because the seller hands over at a terminal or warehouse rather than over the ship's rail. Use DAP or DDP only if the seller can really handle delivery (and, for DDP, import clearance) in your country.
Quality documents to request
- COA
- Technical data sheet
- SDS
- Shelf-life statement
- Dangerous goods declaration for flammable grades
Sourcing notes
No sourcing restriction for industrial use.