Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings

HS v2017 Code: 400941

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings

HS code 400941 covers a crucial segment of the rubber industry, encompassing vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are reinforced or combined with materials other than metal or textiles. These products find widespread application across various industries, from automotive and construction to manufacturing and infrastructure development, making them an integral part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of the goods covered by HS code 400941 typically involves a multi-step process of vulcanisation, reinforcement, and shaping. Vulcanisation is a chemical process that enhances the durability and flexibility of rubber, while reinforcement with materials such as fabric or wire mesh improves the strength and resistance of the final product. The tubing, piping, and hoses are then extruded or molded into the desired shapes and sizes to meet the specific requirements of end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 400941 include natural and synthetic rubber, reinforcing materials (e.g., fabric, wire mesh), and various chemicals and additives used in the vulcanisation process. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and equipment, such as extruders, molding machines, and curing presses, to ensure the efficient and consistent production of these rubber products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 400941 are vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses, which are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries. These products are used in applications such as 870000 Motor vehicles, parts and accessories, 842200 Machinery for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping, and 460120 Plaiting materials, plaited products, among others. The versatility and durability of these rubber products make them essential components in various manufacturing, infrastructure, and consumer goods sectors.

Revisions to 400941

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 400941. The most recent 1 version of this code (400941) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 400941 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, 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/v2017/400941'>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 --> D["<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 --> E["<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 --> F["<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 --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> 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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