Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber

HS v2022 Code: 401694

About rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber

HS code 401694 covers a range of vulcanized rubber products, primarily boat and dock fenders. These products play a crucial role in the maritime industry, protecting vessels and infrastructure from damage during docking and mooring operations. As a key component of port and harbor operations, the 401694 industry is an important contributor to global trade and logistics.

Production process

The production of 401694 products 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 environmental factors. Manufacturers may use molds or extrusion techniques to shape the rubber into the desired form, such as cylindrical or semi-circular fenders. Inflation mechanisms may also be incorporated for inflatable fenders.

Production inputs

The primary raw material for 401694 products is 400110 Natural rubber, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip or 400220 (Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR); carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip). Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery for the vulcanization and shaping processes, as well as adhesives, fasteners, and other components to assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the 401694 industry are boat and dock fenders, which are used to cushion the impact between vessels and port infrastructure. These products are often consumed by 890310 Inflatable vessels and 890390 Vessels, including lifeboats other than rowing boats, n.e.c. in heading no. 8903, as well as 940690 Prefabricated buildings; including prefabricated structural components for building or civil engineering, n.e.c. in heading no. 9406, which may include dock and harbor structures.

Revisions to 401694

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 401694. The most recent 1 version of this code (401694) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 401694.

Family tree for rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber

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    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/v2022/401694'>401694: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, 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/v2022/401693'>401693: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, 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>"]

    

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