Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS v2017 Code: 4003
About reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS code 4003 covers the industry of reclaimed rubber, which plays a vital role in the broader rubber and plastics sector. Reclaimed rubber is a recycled material derived from vulcanized rubber products, such as tires, hoses, and other rubber goods. This industry is essential for reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and promoting sustainability within the rubber supply chain.
Production process
The production of reclaimed rubber typically involves a multi-step process. First, the used rubber products are collected and sorted by type and quality. The rubber is then mechanically ground or shredded into smaller pieces, often with the aid of cryogenic cooling to facilitate the process. The ground rubber is then subjected to a devulcanization or reclaiming process, which breaks down the cross-linked polymer structure, allowing the rubber to be reused. Finally, the reclaimed rubber is compounded with various additives and processed into the desired forms, such as sheets, strips, or primary shapes.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the reclaimed rubber industry include the collection of used rubber products, such as tires, hoses, and other rubber goods. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for grinding, shredding, and devulcanizing the rubber. Chemical additives, such as softeners, accelerators, and antioxidants, may also be used to enhance the properties of the reclaimed rubber.
Production outputs
The primary output of the reclaimed rubber industry is the reclaimed rubber itself, which can be used in the production of a wide range of rubber products, including 4011 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber, 4012 Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber, and 4016 Other articles of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. The reclaimed rubber can be blended with virgin rubber to create new rubber compounds, reducing the overall demand for natural rubber and promoting sustainability.
Family tree for reclaimed rubber 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/v2017/4003'>4003: Reclaimed rubber 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/v2017/4002'>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 --> 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/v2017/400300'>400300: Rubber; reclaimed rubber, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
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