Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

HS v2022 Code: 401693

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

HS code 401693 covers a diverse range of vulcanized rubber products, including gaskets, washers, and other seals. These items play a crucial role in various industries, from automotive and machinery to construction and plumbing. The global demand for these versatile rubber components is driven by their ability to provide reliable sealing, insulation, and shock-absorbing properties, making them essential for maintaining the integrity and functionality of a wide range of products and systems.

Production process

The production of the items covered under HS code 401693 typically involves the vulcanization of natural or synthetic rubber. This process involves the cross-linking of rubber molecules, which enhances the material's strength, durability, and resistance to heat, chemicals, and other environmental factors. Manufacturers may use various molding techniques, such as injection molding, compression molding, or extrusion, to shape the vulcanized rubber into the desired gaskets, washers, and seals. Quality control measures, such as dimensional inspections and performance testing, are essential to ensure the reliability and consistency of these rubber components.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the items covered under HS code 401693 include raw rubber materials, both natural and synthetic, as well as various additives and reinforcing agents. Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery, such as mixing equipment, molding presses, and curing ovens, to transform the raw materials into the final vulcanized rubber products. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are necessary to ensure the efficient and consistent production of these critical components.

Production outputs

The products covered under HS code 401693 are widely used in a variety of industries, including 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 842199 Parts of machinery, 841990 Parts of machinery, and 460290 Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading 4601; articles of loofah. These vulcanized rubber components are essential for maintaining the proper functioning and sealing of various systems and equipment, contributing to their overall reliability and performance.

Revisions to 401693

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 401693. The most recent 1 version of this code (401693) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 401693.

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4016'>4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401693'>401693: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401610'>401610: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401691'>401691: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), floor coverings and mats, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401692'>401692: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401694'>401694: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401695'>401695: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401699'>401699: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber</a>"]

    

    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level2
class B level4
class C level6
class D level6
class E level6
class F level6
class G level6
class H level6
class I level6

  class C highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class C highlight