Rubber and articles thereof
HS v2022 Code: 40
About rubber and articles thereof
HS code 40 covers a diverse range of rubber-based products that are essential to various industries worldwide. Rubber is a versatile and durable material with a wide range of applications, from automotive parts and consumer goods to medical equipment and industrial machinery. The rubber industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, contributing to the manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare sectors, among others.
Production process
The production of rubber-based products typically involves several key steps. First, natural or synthetic rubber is extracted and processed, often through vulcanization, a process that enhances the material's strength, elasticity, and durability. The processed rubber is then molded, extruded, or otherwise shaped into the desired form, such as tires, hoses, or seals. Specialized machinery and techniques are used to ensure consistent quality and performance of the final products.
Production inputs
The rubber industry relies on a variety of raw materials and resources. Natural rubber is harvested from rubber trees, while synthetic rubber is produced from petrochemicals. Other essential inputs include reinforcing agents like carbon black, fillers, and various chemicals used in the vulcanization and compounding processes. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery, such as extruders, molding equipment, and curing presses, to transform the raw materials into finished goods.
Production outputs
The rubber industry produces a wide range of products, including 4001 Natural rubber, 4002 Synthetic rubber, tires, hoses, seals, gaskets, and a variety of other rubber-based components. These outputs are used in a diverse range of industries, such as 8701 Vehicles, 8407 Engines, 9018 Medical equipment, and 8481 Taps, cocks, valves, among others.
Family tree for rubber and articles thereof
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4001'>4001: Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4002'>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 --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4003'>4003: Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4004'>4004: Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powders and granules obtained therefrom</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4005'>4005: Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4006'>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/v2022/4007'>4007: Vulcanised rubber thread and cord</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4008'>4008: Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4009'>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/v2022/4010'>4010: Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4011'>4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4012'>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/v2022/4013'>4013: Inner tubes, of rubber</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4014'>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/v2022/4015'>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/v2022/4016'>4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4017'>4017: Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber</a>"]
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