Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

HS v2017 Code: 4008

About plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

HS code 4008 covers a diverse range of vulcanized rubber products, including plates, sheets, strips, rods, and profile shapes. These items are widely used across various industries, from automotive and construction to consumer goods and industrial applications. The versatility and durability of these rubber products make them an essential component in many manufacturing processes, contributing to the overall efficiency and performance of end-products.

Production process

The production of HS code 4008 items typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw rubber materials, such as natural or synthetic rubber, are compounded with various additives, including fillers, accelerators, and vulcanizing agents. The compound is then heated and pressed into the desired shape, often using molds or extrusion techniques. The vulcanization process, which involves the cross-linking of rubber molecules, is a crucial step that imparts the desired physical and chemical properties to the final product.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of HS code 4008 items include raw rubber materials, such as 4001 Natural rubber, 4002 Synthetic rubber, and 4003 Reclaimed rubber. Additionally, manufacturers may utilize various reinforcing agents, such as carbon black or silica, as well as processing aids, curing agents, and other specialized chemicals. The production process also requires specialized machinery, including mixers, extruders, and molding equipment.

Production outputs

HS code 4008 products are widely used in a variety of applications, including the manufacture of 4009 Tubes, pipes and hoses, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, 4010 Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber, and 4011 New pneumatic tyres, of rubber. These rubber components are essential for various industries, such as automotive, construction, and industrial machinery, where their durability, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors make them indispensable.

Family tree for plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4008'>4008: Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber</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/v2017/4005'>4005: Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> H["<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 --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4007'>4007: Vulcanised rubber thread and cord</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/v2017/400811'>400811: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400819'>400819: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400821'>400821: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400829'>400829: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), non-cellular rubber, in forms other than plates, sheets or strip</a>"]


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