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

HS v2022 Code: 4002

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
40	02	n/a

Code	4002
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	40

Ancestor Codes: Rubber and articles thereof

This Code: 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

Child Codes: Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, halo-isobutene-isoprene rubber (CIIR or BIIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, isobutene-isoprene (butyl) rubber (IIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, butadiene rubber (BR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums; in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powders and granules obtained therefrom; Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; Unvulcanised rubber in other forms (e.g. rods, tubes and profile shapes) and articles (e.g. discs and rings)

About 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

HS code 4002 covers a diverse range of synthetic rubber and related products that are essential components in various manufacturing industries. These materials are widely used in the production of tires, automotive parts, construction materials, and a multitude of consumer goods. As a key contributor to the global supply chain, the 4002 industry plays a vital role in supporting economic growth and technological innovation across numerous sectors.

Production process

Synthetic rubber and factice are primarily produced through polymerization processes. This involves the chemical reaction of monomers, such as butadiene, isoprene, or styrene, to form long-chain polymer molecules. The resulting material is then processed into various forms, including primary shapes, plates, sheets, or strips, to meet the specific requirements of downstream industries.

Production inputs

The production of goods under HS code 4002 relies on a range of raw materials, including petrochemicals, catalysts, and specialized additives. Machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing process, such as polymerization reactors, extruders, and finishing lines, are also crucial inputs. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce with expertise in chemical engineering, materials science, and process optimization.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 4002 industry are synthetic rubber and factice, which are then used as inputs for a wide variety of products. These materials find applications in the manufacturing of 4011 Pneumatic tires, new, of rubber, 4013 Inner tubes, of rubber, 4016 Other articles of vulcanized rubber, n.e.s., and 4017 (Hard rubber (for example, ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber).

Family tree for 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

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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 --> C["<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 --> 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>"]

    B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400211'>400211: Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400219'>400219: Rubber; synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400220'>400220: Rubber; synthetic, butadiene rubber (BR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400231'>400231: Rubber; synthetic, isobutene-isoprene (butyl) rubber (IIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400239'>400239: Rubber; synthetic, halo-isobutene-isoprene rubber (CIIR or BIIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400241'>400241: Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400249'>400249: Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400251'>400251: Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400259'>400259: Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400260'>400260: Rubber; synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400270'>400270: Rubber; synthetic, ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400280'>400280: Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400291'>400291: Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400299'>400299: Rubber; synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]


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