HS Code for Dock fenders

Dock fenders made of vulcanized rubber (non-cellular) are classified under HS code 4016.94. This classification is specific to boat or dock fenders, whether or not they are inflatable. The primary material must be vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. This code is part of the broader category for other articles of vulcanized rubber under heading 4016. These fenders are designed to absorb the kinetic energy of a vessel berthing against a jetty or quay wall, preventing damage to both the vessel and the structure. The inclusion of the phrase "whether or not inflatable" in the HS description ensures that both solid rubber bumpers and pneumatic rubber fenders are captured under this single code. The classification is determined by the material composition and the specific intended use in maritime docking.

Products Included

• Cylindrical rubber dock fenders
• D-shaped rubber bumpers for quays
• Arch-type rubber fenders
• Inflatable pneumatic rubber fenders

Common Misclassification

Dock fenders are often misclassified under 3926.90 if they are made of plastics (such as PVC or EVA). They may also be confused with 4016.99, which is the general category for other rubber articles, but 4016.94 is the more specific code for fenders.

FAQ

What is the HS code for dock fenders?

The HS code for dock or boat fenders made of non-cellular vulcanized rubber is 4016.94.

What if the fender is made of foam-filled rubber?

If the rubber is cellular (foam-like), it may be classified under 4016.10 rather than 4016.94.