Vulcanised rubber thread and cord

In plain English

This category includes rubber thread and cord that have undergone vulcanization. The specific classification covers all vulcanized rubber in the form of thread or cord.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (1)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

Chapter 40 classification notes

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Other headings in Chapter 40

• 4001 — Natural rubber, balata, gutta-percha, guayule, chicle and similar gums…
• 4002 — Synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils, in primary forms or in…
• 4003 — Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
• 4004 — Waste, parings and scrap of rubber (other than hard rubber) and powder…
• 4005 — Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets…
• 4006 — Unvulcanised rubber in other forms (e.g. rods, tubes and profile shape…
• 4008 — Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber o…
• 4009 — Tubes, pipes and hoses, of vulcanised rubber (other than hard rubber),…
• 4010 — Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanised rubber
• 4011 — New pneumatic tyres, of rubber
• 4012 — Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, t…
• 4013 — Inner tubes, of rubber
• 4014 — Hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including teats), of vulcanised r…
• 4015 — Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mitten…
• 4016 — Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapte…
• 4017 — Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; ar…