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

HS v2017 Code: 4002

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
40	02	n/a

Code	4002
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	40

Ancestor Codes: Rubber and articles thereof

This Code: 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

Child Codes: Rubber; synthetic, isobutene-isoprene (butyl) rubber (IIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, butadiene rubber (BR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, halo-isobutene-isoprene rubber (CIIR or BIIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powders and granules obtained therefrom; Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, 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)

About 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

HS code 4002 covers a wide range of synthetic rubber and related products that are essential for various industries. Synthetic rubber, also known as man-made rubber, is a crucial material used in the production of tires, automotive parts, construction materials, and a variety of consumer goods. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, providing raw materials for a diverse range of manufacturing sectors.

Production process

The production of synthetic rubber and related products under HS code 4002 typically involves polymerization processes. Monomers, such as butadiene, isoprene, or styrene, are combined and chemically linked to form long polymer chains. This process can be carried out using various techniques, including emulsion polymerization, solution polymerization, and bulk polymerization. The resulting synthetic rubber is then processed into primary forms, such as plates, sheets, or strips, for further industrial applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of synthetic rubber and related products under HS code 4002 include petrochemical feedstocks, such as butadiene, isoprene, and styrene. Additionally, various catalysts, stabilizers, and other chemical additives are used to control the polymerization process and enhance the properties of the final products. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as reactors, extruders, and molding machines, are also essential for the manufacturing of these materials.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 4002 are synthetic rubber and factice (a type of rubber-like material derived from vegetable oils). These materials are then used as inputs for a wide range of industries, including the production of 4011 Pneumatic tyres, new, of rubber, 4013 Inner tubes, of rubber, 4016 Other articles of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber, and 3902 Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms.

Family tree for 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

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

    B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400211'>400211: Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400219'>400219: Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400220'>400220: Rubber; synthetic, butadiene rubber (BR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400231'>400231: Rubber; synthetic, isobutene-isoprene (butyl) rubber (IIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400239'>400239: Rubber; synthetic, halo-isobutene-isoprene rubber (CIIR or BIIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400241'>400241: Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400249'>400249: Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400251'>400251: Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400259'>400259: Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400260'>400260: Rubber; synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400270'>400270: Rubber; synthetic, ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400280'>400280: Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400291'>400291: Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400299'>400299: Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]


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