Rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS v2022 Code: 400110

About rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS code 400110 covers natural rubber latex, a vital raw material for a wide range of industries. Natural rubber is a strategic commodity with applications spanning from automotive tires to medical equipment. As a renewable and biodegradable resource, the natural rubber industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, supporting industries such as 401110 Pneumatic tires, new, of rubber and 401120 Retreaded or used pneumatic tires of rubber.

Production process

The production of natural rubber latex involves the harvesting of sap from rubber trees, known as Hevea brasiliensis. The sap is then processed through coagulation, drying, and other techniques to produce the raw material in various forms, including sheets, blocks, and crepes. Pre-vulcanization may also be applied to enhance the material's properties for specific applications.

Production inputs

The natural rubber industry relies on several key inputs, including rubber tree plantations, processing equipment such as coagulation tanks and drying machines, and labor for harvesting and processing the latex. Additionally, chemicals like ammonia may be used to stabilize the latex during storage and transportation.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 400110 is natural rubber latex, which is then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries. This includes the production of 401110 Pneumatic tires, new, of rubber, 401120 Retreaded or used pneumatic tires of rubber, as well as the manufacture of various rubber products, such as hoses, gaskets, and medical devices.

Revisions to 400110

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 400110. The most recent 1 version of this code (400110) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 400110.

Family tree for rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

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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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400110'>400110: Rubber; natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400121'>400121: Rubber; natural (excluding latex), in smoked sheets</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400122'>400122: Rubber; technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400129'>400129: Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400130'>400130: Balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar natural gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    

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