About HS Code 400690
This HS code covers unvulcanised rubber in various forms, excluding specific camel back strips used for retreading tyres. Essentially, it refers to raw or semi-processed rubber that has not yet undergone the vulcanisation process, which gives rubber its elasticity and durability. This makes it a crucial raw material in global manufacturing supply chains. Major exporters are typically rubber-producing nations like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, which supply natural rubber, alongside countries with significant synthetic rubber production. Importers are primarily manufacturing hubs such as China, the United States, and the European Union, where it is processed into a vast array of finished goods. Key considerations in trade include the type of rubber (natural or synthetic), its purity, form (sheets, strips, compounds), and compliance with environmental regulations like EUDR, given its potential link to deforestation.
Products Under This Code
Unvulcanized rubber sheets, raw rubber bales, unvulcanized rubber strips, uncured rubber compounds, masterbatch rubber, unvulcanized rubber profiles, raw latex rubber.
Real World Examples
Lanxess Krynac (uncured), Arlanxeo Buna CB (uncured), Synthos SBR (raw), Goodyear raw rubber, Michelin uncured compounds.
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 4005 (compounded unvulcanised rubber) or 4002 (synthetic rubber in primary forms), as the distinction lies in whether it's compounded or its specific form and unvulcanised state.
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 4006.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Top exporters include Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam; top importers are China, the United States, and Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 400690?
HS code 400690 covers: Rubber; unvulcanised, other than camel back strips for retreading rubber tyres. This HS code covers unvulcanised rubber in various forms, excluding specific camel back strips used for retreading tyres. Essentially, it refers to raw or semi-processed rubber that has not yet undergone the vulcanisation process, which gives rubber its elasticity and durability. This makes it a crucial raw material in global manufacturing supply chains. Major exporters are typically rubber-producing nations like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, which supply natural rubber, alongside countries with significant synthetic rubber production. Importers are primarily manufacturing hubs such as China, the United States, and the European Union, where it is processed into a vast array of finished goods. Key considerations in trade include the type of rubber (natural or synthetic), its purity, form (sheets, strips, compounds), and compliance with environmental regulations like EUDR, given its potential link to deforestation.
What products fall under HS code 400690?
Unvulcanized rubber sheets, raw rubber bales, unvulcanized rubber strips, uncured rubber compounds, masterbatch rubber, unvulcanized rubber profiles, raw latex rubber.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400690?
This code can be confused with 4005 (compounded unvulcanised rubber) or 4002 (synthetic rubber in primary forms), as the distinction lies in whether it's compounded or its specific form and unvulcanised state.
How is HS code 400690 structured?
HS code 400690 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.