HS Code for Hot water bottles

Hot water bottles made of vulcanized rubber are classified under HS code 4014.90. This heading encompasses hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including teats) of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber, with or without fittings of hard rubber. Since hot water bottles are primarily used for therapeutic heat application, pain relief, or personal comfort and are constructed from flexible vulcanized rubber, they fall under this category. The classification remains here even if the bottle includes a stopper, a neck ring, or minor fittings made of plastic or hard rubber. The essential character of the article is provided by the vulcanized rubber vessel designed to contain hot liquid safely. This classification follows the General Interpretative Rules (GIR) by identifying the material composition and the specific hygienic/pharmaceutical utility of the product.

Products Included

• Standard vulcanized rubber hot water bottles
• Rubber bed warmers
• Therapeutic rubber heat packs
• Ribbed rubber hot water bags
• Hot water bottles with integrated rubber stoppers

Common Misclassification

Hot water bottles are frequently misclassified under HS code 3926.90 if they are made of plastics like PVC. While they serve the same purpose, Chapter 40 is specific to rubber. Another common error is classifying the product under HS code 6307 if it is imported with a textile cover. However, according to GIR 3(b), the rubber bottle provides the essential character, and the set is typically classified under 4014.90. If the bottle is made of a material other than rubber or plastic (such as metal), it would fall under its respective material heading (e.g., 7323 for steel).

FAQ

What is the HS code for hot water bottles?

The HS code for vulcanized rubber hot water bottles is 4014.90. If made of PVC, the code is typically 3926.90.

Are the covers classified separately?

Usually, no. If the bottle and cover are sold together as a retail set, they are classified under the code for the hot water bottle itself.