Rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS v2017 Code: 400110

About rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS code 400110 covers natural rubber latex, a vital raw material for a wide range of industries. Natural rubber is a strategic commodity with applications in the manufacturing of tires, automotive parts, medical equipment, and consumer goods. As a key input for many 401110 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber and 401120 Inner tubes, of rubber products, the natural rubber industry plays a crucial role in the global economy.

Production process

Natural rubber is primarily extracted from the Hevea brasiliensis tree, commonly known as the rubber tree. The production process involves tapping the tree's bark to collect the latex, which is then processed to remove impurities and stabilize the material. Depending on the intended use, the latex may undergo further processing steps, such as coagulation, drying, and compounding with various additives.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the natural rubber industry include the Hevea brasiliensis trees, which are cultivated in tropical regions, as well as processing equipment, such as tapping knives, coagulation tanks, and drying facilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to manage the harvesting, processing, and distribution of the natural rubber.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 400110 is natural rubber latex, which is then used as a raw material for the production of a wide range of products, including 401110 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber, 401120 Inner tubes, of rubber, medical devices, and various consumer goods. The natural rubber industry also generates by-products, such as rubber wood, which can be used in the furniture and construction industries.

Revisions to 400110

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 400110. The most recent 1 version of this code (400110) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 400110 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

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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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400110'>400110: Rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400121'>400121: Rubber; natural (excluding latex), in smoked sheets</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400122'>400122: Rubber; technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400129'>400129: Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400130'>400130: Balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar natural gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    

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