About HS Code 400129
This HS code serves as a residual category for natural rubber that is not in the form of latex, smoked sheets, or technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), but still in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strips. This includes various grades of unsmoked sheet rubber, crepe rubber, and other less standardized forms. Trade in these items often caters to specific industrial needs where the stringent specifications of TSNR or the traditional processing of smoked sheets are not required, or for niche applications. Importers might be manufacturers with specialized processing capabilities or those seeking more cost-effective raw materials. Exporters are typically rubber-producing countries. Key considerations include the specific processing method, the purity, and the physical form, as these impact its suitability for different manufacturing processes. The EUDR tag also applies, emphasizing sustainable sourcing.
Products Under This Code
Pale crepe rubber, estate brown crepe, sole crepe rubber, air-dried sheets (ADS), unsmoked sheets, primary forms of natural rubber, natural rubber sheets (non-smoked, non-TSNR), natural rubber strips (non-smoked, non-TSNR)
Real World Examples
Pale crepe rubber from Sri Lanka, Estate brown crepe from Indonesia, Sole crepe rubber for shoe manufacturing, Air-dried sheets from smallholder farms, Unsmoked sheet rubber for specialized products
Common Misclassification
This code is for natural rubber that doesn't fit the more specific categories of 400110 (latex), 400121 (smoked sheets), or 400122 (TSNR). It's crucial to ensure the rubber doesn't meet the criteria for those more defined classifications.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Products Classified Under 4001.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Vietnam are notable exporters, with China, India, and the USA being significant importers of these other forms of natural rubber.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 400129?
HS code 400129 covers: Rubber; natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. This HS code serves as a residual category for natural rubber that is not in the form of latex, smoked sheets, or technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), but still in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strips. This includes various grades of unsmoked sheet rubber, crepe rubber, and other less standardized forms. Trade in these items often caters to specific industrial needs where the stringent specifications of TSNR or the traditional processing of smoked sheets are not required, or for niche applications. Importers might be manufacturers with specialized processing capabilities or those seeking more cost-effective raw materials. Exporters are typically rubber-producing countries. Key considerations include the specific processing method, the purity, and the physical form, as these impact its suitability for different manufacturing processes. The EUDR tag also applies, emphasizing sustainable sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 400129?
Pale crepe rubber, estate brown crepe, sole crepe rubber, air-dried sheets (ADS), unsmoked sheets, primary forms of natural rubber, natural rubber sheets (non-smoked, non-TSNR), natural rubber strips (non-smoked, non-TSNR)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400129?
This code is for natural rubber that doesn't fit the more specific categories of 400110 (latex), 400121 (smoked sheets), or 400122 (TSNR). It's crucial to ensure the rubber doesn't meet the criteria for those more defined classifications.
How is HS code 400129 structured?
HS code 400129 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.