Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials

HS v2022 Code: 401012

About rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials

HS code 401012 covers vulcanized rubber conveyor belts or belting that are reinforced only with textile materials. This industry plays a crucial role in various sectors, including mining, manufacturing, and logistics, by providing durable and reliable transportation solutions. Conveyor belts are essential components in material handling systems, enabling the efficient movement of goods, raw materials, and finished products across a wide range of industries.

Production process

The production of conveyor belts under HS code 401012 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the rubber compound is prepared by mixing natural and/or synthetic rubber with various additives, such as reinforcing fillers and vulcanizing agents. The textile reinforcement, usually in the form of woven or knitted fabrics, is then incorporated into the rubber compound. The combined materials are then subjected to heat and pressure in a vulcanization process, which crosslinks the rubber molecules and enhances the belt's strength, flexibility, and durability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of conveyor belts under HS code 401012 include natural and/or synthetic rubber, textile reinforcement materials (such as polyester, nylon, or cotton), and various chemical additives like accelerators, antioxidants, and fillers. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as extruders, calenders, and vulcanization presses, are essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 401012 is vulcanized rubber conveyor belts and belting. These products are widely used in a variety of industries, including 251010 Mining and quarrying, 281110 Manufacture of basic chemicals, 281200 Manufacture of plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms, and 301100 Manufacture of motor vehicles. The conveyor belts produced under this code are crucial for the efficient transportation and handling of materials, goods, and products throughout the supply chain.

Revisions to 401012

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 401012. The most recent 1 version of this code (401012) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 401012.

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4010'>4010: Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401012'>401012: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401011'>401011: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with metal</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401019'>401019: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401031'>401031: Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401032'>401032: Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401033'>401033: Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 180cm but not exceeding 240 cm</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401034'>401034: Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 180cm but not exceeding 240 cm</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401035'>401035: Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 60 cm but not exceeding 150 cm</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401036'>401036: Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 150 cm but not exceeding 198 cm</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401039'>401039: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor or transmission belts or belting, n.e.c. in heading no. 4010</a>"]

    

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