Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS v2017 Code: 4005
About compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS code 4005 covers compounded, unvulcanized rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strips. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader rubber and plastics sector, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of manufacturing processes. Compounded rubber is a versatile material used in the production of various rubber products, from tires and automotive parts to consumer goods and industrial applications.
Production process
The production of compounded, unvulcanized rubber involves several key steps. First, natural or synthetic rubber is combined with various additives, such as fillers, accelerators, and vulcanizing agents, in a process known as compounding. This mixture is then processed through a series of mixing, milling, and extruding operations to achieve the desired consistency and shape, such as sheets, strips, or primary forms.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of compounded, unvulcanized rubber include 4001 Natural rubber, 4002 Synthetic rubber, and a range of chemical additives, such as fillers, accelerators, and vulcanizing agents. Additionally, specialized machinery, including mixers, mills, and extruders, are essential for the manufacturing process.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the compounded, unvulcanized rubber industry are the various forms of the material, including plates, sheets, and strips. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, such as 4006 Articles of rubber, nes, 4011 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber, and 4013 Inner tubes, of rubber, among others, for the production of a diverse array of rubber-based products.
Family tree for compounded rubber, unvulcanised, 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/v2017/4005'>4005: Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, 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/v2017/4003'>4003: Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"] A --> F["<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 --> 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/v2017/400510'>400510: Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded with carbon black or silica, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"] B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400520'>400520: Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10</a>"] B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400591'>400591: Rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in plates, sheets and strip</a>"] B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400599'>400599: Rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in primary forms, (other than plates, sheets, strip, solutions or dispersions)</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level4 class D level4 class E level4 class F level4 class G level4 class H level4 class I level4 class J level4 class K level4 class L level4 class M level4 class N level4 class O level4 class P level4 class Q level4 class R level4 class S level6 class T level6 class U level6 class V level6 class B highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class B highlight