Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40
In plain English
This category includes various items made from vulcanized rubber that is not hard rubber, excluding products listed elsewhere in the chapter. The items are split based on their structure and specific use, with some subcategories covering cellular rubber products like molded mats, while others focus on non-cellular rubber goods. These non-cellular items include floor coverings, erasers, seals, boat fenders, and inflatable articles, along with any other vulcanized rubber products not specifically named in the list.
6-digit subheadings (7)
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), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), floor coverings and mats, of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber
Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber
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
- 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…
- 4017 — Hard rubber (e.g. ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; ar…