Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber
HS v2022 Code: 4017
About hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber
HS code 4017 covers the classification of hard rubber, also known as ebonite, in various forms including waste, scrap, and finished articles. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader rubber and plastics sector, providing essential materials for a wide range of applications across industries such as automotive, electrical, and consumer goods manufacturing.
Production process
The production of hard rubber typically involves vulcanization, a process where natural or synthetic rubber is treated with sulfur and other chemicals to increase its strength, durability, and resistance to heat and chemicals. The vulcanized rubber is then molded, extruded, or otherwise shaped into the desired form, which can range from simple blocks and sheets to complex finished products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the hard rubber industry include natural or synthetic rubber, sulfur, and various other chemical additives used in the vulcanization process. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment for mixing, molding, and finishing the rubber products are essential to this industry.
Production outputs
The hard rubber products classified under HS code 4017 are used in a variety of applications, including electrical insulation, mechanical parts, and consumer goods. Some of the related HS codes that may consume the outputs of this industry include 8507 Electric accumulators, 8544 Insulated wire, cable and other insulated electric conductors, and 9503 (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages; dolls; other toys; reduced-size ('scale') models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds).
Family tree for hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/40'>40: Rubber and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4017'>4017: Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber</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/v2022/4002'>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 --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4003'>4003: Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> F["<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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4005'>4005: Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip</a>"]
A --> H["<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 --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4007'>4007: Vulcanised rubber thread and cord</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4008'>4008: Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber</a>"]
A --> K["<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 --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4010'>4010: Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4011'>4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber</a>"]
A --> N["<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 --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4013'>4013: Inner tubes, of rubber</a>"]
A --> P["<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 --> Q["<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 --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4016'>4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/401700'>401700: Rubber; ebonite and other hard rubbers in all forms, including waste and scrap, and articles of hard rubber</a>"]
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