Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS v2017 Code: 400129

About rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS code 400129 covers natural rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strips, excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber, and smoked sheets. Natural rubber is a vital raw material for a wide range of industries, including automotive, construction, and consumer goods. This industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, providing essential materials for the manufacture of tires, hoses, seals, and other rubber-based products that are integral to modern life.

Production process

The production of natural rubber under HS code 400129 typically involves the harvesting of latex from rubber trees, followed by various processing steps. The latex is collected, coagulated, and then dried or smoked to produce raw, unvulcanized rubber in various forms, such as sheets, blocks, or crumbs. These primary forms of natural rubber are then further processed by manufacturers to create a wide range of rubber-based products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of natural rubber under HS code 400129 include rubber trees, which are the primary source of the raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and machinery for the harvesting, processing, and transportation of the rubber. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary for the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The natural rubber produced under HS code 400129 is a key input for a diverse range of industries. It is commonly used in the manufacture of 400110 Rubber; natural latex, whether or not prevulcanized, 400121 Rubber; natural in other primary forms, and 400122 (Rubber; technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip). These natural rubber products are then further processed and incorporated into a wide range of final goods, including tires, automotive parts, industrial hoses, and consumer goods.

Revisions to 400129

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 400129. The most recent 1 version of this code (400129) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 400129 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), 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/v2017/400129'>400129: Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    B --> D["<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 --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400121'>400121: Rubber; natural (excluding latex), in smoked sheets</a>"]
B --> F["<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 --> 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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