About HS Code 400811
This HS code covers vulcanised cellular rubber in specific forms: plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Cellular rubber, also known as foam rubber or sponge rubber, is characterised by its internal cell structure, which can be open or closed, providing properties like cushioning, insulation, and sealing. These products are vital in numerous manufacturing sectors globally. Key exporters often include countries with advanced rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which supply high-quality cellular rubber materials. Major importers are typically industries in the automotive, construction, electronics, and sports equipment sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia, seeking materials for gaskets, seals, insulation, and padding. Trade considerations include density, cell structure (open/closed), material composition (EPDM, Neoprene, SBR), and compliance with specific industry standards for fire resistance or chemical inertness.
Products Under This Code
Neoprene foam sheets, EPDM sponge strips, SBR cellular rubber plates, silicone foam gaskets, closed-cell rubber insulation sheets, open-cell foam padding, microcellular rubber strips.
Real World Examples
Armacell ArmaFlex sheets, Rogers Poron foam, Saint-Gobain Norseal strips, K-Flex cellular rubber, Rubber-Cal Neoprene sheets.
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 400819 (other cellular rubber forms) or 3921 (plastic sheets/strips of cellular plastics), as the distinction is the rubber material and the specific form (plates, sheets, strips).
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 4008.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, and the United States are prominent exporters, while the United States, Mexico, and Germany are significant importers of these cellular rubber products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 400811?
HS code 400811 covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber. This HS code covers vulcanised cellular rubber in specific forms: plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Cellular rubber, also known as foam rubber or sponge rubber, is characterised by its internal cell structure, which can be open or closed, providing properties like cushioning, insulation, and sealing. These products are vital in numerous manufacturing sectors globally. Key exporters often include countries with advanced rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which supply high-quality cellular rubber materials. Major importers are typically industries in the automotive, construction, electronics, and sports equipment sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia, seeking materials for gaskets, seals, insulation, and padding. Trade considerations include density, cell structure (open/closed), material composition (EPDM, Neoprene, SBR), and compliance with specific industry standards for fire resistance or chemical inertness.
What products fall under HS code 400811?
Neoprene foam sheets, EPDM sponge strips, SBR cellular rubber plates, silicone foam gaskets, closed-cell rubber insulation sheets, open-cell foam padding, microcellular rubber strips.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400811?
This code can be confused with 400819 (other cellular rubber forms) or 3921 (plastic sheets/strips of cellular plastics), as the distinction is the rubber material and the specific form (plates, sheets, strips).
How is HS code 400811 structured?
HS code 400811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.