Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS v2022 Code: 400129

About rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

HS code 400129 covers the trade and production of natural rubber, excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber, and smoked sheets. Natural rubber is a vital raw material for a wide range of industries, from automotive to consumer goods. It is an essential component in the manufacture of tires, hoses, gaskets, and various other rubber-based products that are integral to the global economy.

Production process

The production of natural rubber under HS code 400129 typically involves the harvesting of latex from rubber trees, followed by a series of processing steps. The latex is collected, coagulated, and then dried or smoked to produce natural rubber in its primary forms, such as sheets, blocks, or crumbs. The specific techniques may vary depending on the source and quality requirements of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of natural rubber under HS code 400129 include rubber trees, which are the primary source of the raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for the harvesting, processing, and packaging of the rubber. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary for the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 400129 is natural rubber in its raw, unprocessed form. This material is then consumed by a wide range of industries, including the 401110 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)) and 401120 Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries sectors, as well as the 401490 Rubber; vulcanized, other than hard rubber, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4014 and 401699 Rubber; vulcanized, other than hard rubber, articles n.e.c. industries.

Revisions to 400129

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 400129. The most recent 1 version of this code (400129) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 400129.

Family tree for rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), 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/v2022/400129'>400129: Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]

    B --> D["<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 --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400121'>400121: Rubber; natural (excluding latex), in smoked sheets</a>"]
B --> F["<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 --> 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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