Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings

HS v2017 Code: 400911

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings

HS code 400911 covers the trade of vulcanized rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are not reinforced or combined with other materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing and construction sectors, providing essential components for a wide range of applications, from automotive and industrial equipment to household plumbing and appliances. The global demand for these products continues to grow, driven by factors such as infrastructure development, technological advancements, and the increasing need for durable and flexible fluid-handling solutions.

Production process

The production of vulcanized rubber tubing, piping, and hoses 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 extruded or molded into the desired shape and size. Next, the formed product undergoes a vulcanization process, where heat and pressure are applied to cross-link the rubber molecules, enhancing its strength, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors. Finally, the vulcanized product may undergo additional finishing steps, such as cutting, trimming, or the application of fittings, depending on the intended use.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the production of vulcanized rubber tubing, piping, and hoses include raw rubber materials, such as 400110 Natural rubber, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip, 400220 (Butadiene rubber (BR)), and 400270 (Ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM)). Additionally, the industry relies on various chemicals and additives, such as vulcanizing agents, fillers, and reinforcing agents. Specialized production equipment, including extruders, molding machines, and curing presses, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 400911 is vulcanized rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are not reinforced or combined with other materials. These products find applications in a wide range of industries, including 840721 Spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines for marine propulsion, 842123 Machinery and apparatus for filtering or purifying gases, and 842131 Intake air filters for internal combustion engines. The outputs of this industry may also be used as inputs for the production of 400912 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings) and 400921 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings).

Revisions to 400911

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 400911. The most recent 1 version of this code (400911) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 400911 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400911'>400911: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400912'>400912: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400921'>400921: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, without fittings</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400922'>400922: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, with fittings</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400931'>400931: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400932'>400932: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, with fittings</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400941'>400941: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/400942'>400942: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings</a>"]

    

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