Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber
In plain English
This category includes vulcanized rubber items that are not hard rubber, specifically in the forms of plates, sheets, strips, rods, and profile shapes. The goods are divided based on whether the rubber is cellular or non-cellular. Cellular rubber is further split into those found in plates, sheets, and strips versus other forms. Non-cellular rubber follows a similar division between plates, sheets, and strips and all other shapes.
6-digit subheadings (4)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip)
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip, of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), non-cellular rubber, in forms other than plates, sheets or strip
Chapter 40 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Rubber-coated textiles may belong in Chapter 59 (coated fabrics) rather than Chapter 40. Distinction depends on whether rubber or textile gives the essential character.
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.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther 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…
- 4007 — Vulcanised rubber thread and cord
- 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…