Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS v2017 Code: 400299

About rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS code 400299 covers a wide range of synthetic rubber products, excluding latex, that are used in a variety of industries. Synthetic rubber is a crucial material for the manufacturing of tires, automotive parts, consumer goods, and industrial equipment. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, supporting various downstream sectors and contributing to the development of innovative products.

Production process

The production of synthetic rubber under HS code 400299 typically involves the polymerization of various petrochemical feedstocks, such as butadiene, styrene, and isoprene. The specific production techniques may vary depending on the type of synthetic rubber being manufactured, but the general process often includes the following steps: monomer synthesis, polymerization, coagulation, drying, and compounding with additives to achieve the desired properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of synthetic rubber under HS code 400299 include petrochemical feedstocks, catalysts, and various additives such as antioxidants, vulcanizing agents, and fillers. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as reactors, extruders, and molding machines, are essential for the manufacturing process. The availability and cost of these raw materials and equipment can significantly impact the competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 400299 are various types of synthetic rubber, including styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), polybutadiene rubber (BR), and ethylene-propylene-diene monomer (EPDM) rubber. These synthetic rubber products are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries, such as the 401110 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)) and 401120 Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries industries, as well as the 401490 Rubber; articles n.e.c. in heading 4014 and 401699 Rubber; other articles n.e.c. in chapter 40 industries.

Revisions to 400299

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 400299. The most recent 1 version of this code (400299) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 400299 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), 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/v2017/4002'>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>"]
B --> C["<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>"]

    B --> D["<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 --> E["<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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400220'>400220: Rubber; synthetic, butadiene rubber (BR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> J["<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 --> K["<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 --> L["<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 --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400260'>400260: Rubber; synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> N["<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 --> O["<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 --> P["<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>"]

    

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