Rubber and articles thereof

HS v2017 Code: 40

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
40	n/a	n/a

Code	40
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Rubber and articles thereof

Child Codes: Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber; Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber; Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Inner tubes, of rubber; Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40; Tubes, pipes and hoses, of vulcanised rubber (other than hard rubber), with or without their fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges); Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powders and granules obtained therefrom; Vulcanised rubber thread and cord; Hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including teats), of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, with or without fittings of hard rubber; Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber; Synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; mixtures of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Unvulcanised rubber in other forms (e.g. rods, tubes and profile shapes) and articles (e.g. discs and rings); New pneumatic tyres, of rubber; Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber; Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

About rubber and articles thereof

HS code 40 covers a diverse range of rubber-based products that are essential to various industries worldwide. Rubber is a versatile and durable material with a wide range of applications, from automotive parts and consumer goods to medical equipment and industrial machinery. The rubber industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, contributing to the manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare sectors, among others.

Production process

The production of rubber-based products typically involves several key steps. First, raw rubber, often derived from the Hevea brasiliensis tree, is harvested and processed to remove impurities and prepare it for further manufacturing. The rubber is then compounded with various additives, such as fillers, accelerators, and vulcanizing agents, to enhance its properties and performance. Depending on the final product, the rubber may be molded, extruded, or calendered into the desired shape or form. Finally, the rubber is vulcanized, a process that cross-links the polymer chains to improve the material's strength, durability, and resistance to heat and chemicals.

Production inputs

The rubber industry relies on a variety of inputs, including natural and synthetic rubber, as well as a range of chemicals and additives. Natural rubber is the primary raw material, but synthetic rubber, such as 39 Plastics and articles thereof, is also widely used. Other key inputs include carbon black, silica, and various oils and resins, which are used to enhance the rubber's properties. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment for the various production processes, such as mixing, extruding, and molding.

Production outputs

The rubber industry produces a diverse range of products, including 4011 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber, 4013 Inner tubes, of rubber, 4014 (Hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including teats), of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber), and 4016 Other articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber. These products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including automotive, construction, healthcare, and consumer goods. The outputs of the rubber industry are essential components in the manufacturing of various 87 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof and 84 Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.

Family tree for rubber and articles thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4001'>4001: Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4002'>4002: Synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; mixtures of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4003'>4003: Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4004'>4004: Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powders and granules obtained therefrom</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4005'>4005: Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4006'>4006: Unvulcanised rubber in other forms (e.g. rods, tubes and profile shapes) and articles (e.g. discs and rings)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4007'>4007: Vulcanised rubber thread and cord</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4008'>4008: Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4009'>4009: Tubes, pipes and hoses, of vulcanised rubber (other than hard rubber), with or without their fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges)</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4010'>4010: Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4011'>4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4012'>4012: Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4013'>4013: Inner tubes, of rubber</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4014'>4014: Hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including teats), of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, with or without fittings of hard rubber</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4015'>4015: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4016'>4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4017'>4017: Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber</a>"]


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