Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

HS v2017 Code: 401693

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

HS code 401693 covers a diverse range of vulcanized rubber products, including gaskets, washers, and other seals. These items play a crucial role in various industries, from automotive and machinery to construction and plumbing. The demand for these products is driven by the need for reliable, durable, and cost-effective sealing solutions across a wide range of applications, making this industry an integral part of the broader global economy.

Production process

The production of the products covered under HS code 401693 typically involves the vulcanization of rubber. This process involves the cross-linking of rubber molecules, which enhances the material's strength, elasticity, and resistance to heat, chemicals, and other environmental factors. Manufacturers may use a variety of techniques, such as compression molding, injection molding, or extrusion, to shape the vulcanized rubber into the desired form, such as gaskets, washers, or seals.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the products under HS code 401693 include natural and synthetic rubber, as well as various additives such as fillers, accelerators, and vulcanizing agents. Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery and equipment, such as mixing machines, molds, and curing presses, to ensure the consistent quality and performance of the final products.

Production outputs

The products covered under HS code 401693 are widely used in a variety of industries, including 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 842199 Machinery parts, and 460120 Articles of plaiting materials and articles of basket ware. These vulcanized rubber products are essential for providing reliable sealing solutions, reducing leaks, and preventing the ingress of contaminants in a wide range of applications.

Revisions to 401693

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 401693. The most recent 1 version of this code (401693) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 401693 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4016'>4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401693'>401693: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401610'>401610: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401691'>401691: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), floor coverings and mats, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401692'>401692: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401694'>401694: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401695'>401695: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/401699'>401699: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]

    

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