Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings

HS v2022 Code: 400941

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings

HS code 400941 covers a crucial segment of the rubber industry, encompassing vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are reinforced or combined with materials other than metal or textiles. These products play a vital role in a wide range of industries, from automotive and construction to manufacturing and infrastructure. The global demand for these versatile rubber products continues to grow, driven by factors such as urbanization, industrialization, and the need for durable, flexible, and reliable fluid transportation solutions.

Production process

The production of the rubber products covered under HS code 400941 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw rubber materials, such as natural or synthetic rubber, are compounded with various additives and reinforcing agents, such as carbon black or silica. The mixture is then fed into an extruder, where it is heated and shaped into the desired tubing or hose form. The extruded product is then vulcanized, a process that cross-links the rubber molecules, enhancing its strength, durability, and resistance to heat, chemicals, and other environmental factors. Finally, the vulcanized rubber tubing or hose may be reinforced with additional materials, such as fabric or wire, to further improve its performance characteristics.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of HS code 400941 products include raw rubber materials, such as natural rubber or synthetic rubber compounds, as well as various additives and reinforcing agents. Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery, such as extruders, vulcanizing equipment, and cutting and finishing tools. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are necessary to power the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 400941 are vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are reinforced or combined with materials other than metal or textiles. These products find widespread use in a variety of industries, including 401693 Rubber; tubes, pipes and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, 401699 Rubber; tubes, pipes and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, and 401700 Rubber; vulcanised, other than hard rubber, articles thereof, n.e.c. in heading no. 4016.

Revisions to 400941

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 400941. The most recent 1 version of this code (400941) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 400941.

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400941'>400941: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400911'>400911: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400912'>400912: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, with fittings</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400921'>400921: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, without fittings</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400922'>400922: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, with fittings</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400931'>400931: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400932'>400932: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, with fittings</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/400942'>400942: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings</a>"]

    

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