HS Code for Rubber dispersions
Rubber dispersions and solutions are classified under HS code 4005.20. This classification falls under heading 4005, which covers compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strip. Specifically, 4005.20 is designated for solutions and dispersions other than those containing carbon black or silica (which are under 4005.10). These products are essentially unvulcanised natural or synthetic rubber that has been mixed with compounding ingredients—such as vulcanising agents, accelerators, or plasticizers—and then suspended in a liquid medium (dispersion) or dissolved in an organic solvent (solution). This classification is distinct from raw latex because the rubber has been "compounded" with chemicals intended for later vulcanisation, moving it from the raw material headings of 4001 or 4002 into the processed category of 4005.
Products Included
- Compounded rubber dissolved in organic solvents
- Unvulcanised rubber dispersions in water
- Pre-mixed rubber cements used for industrial bonding
- Compounded latex ready for dipping processes
- Adhesive solutions consisting of compounded rubber
Common Misclassification
A frequent error is classifying these under 4001.10 (natural rubber latex) or 4002.11 (synthetic rubber latex). Those codes are for raw, uncompounded materials. Once additives like sulfur or accelerators are introduced, the product must move to 4005. Another common misclassification is 3208 or 3209, which cover paints and varnishes. While rubber solutions can act as coatings, if they are primarily compounded rubber intended for further manufacturing, 4005.20 is the correct technical classification.
FAQ
What is the HS code for rubber dispersions?
The HS code for compounded rubber dispersions and solutions is 4005.20, provided they do not contain carbon black or silica.
Is natural latex classified here?
No, raw natural rubber latex is classified under 4001.10. Only latex that has been compounded with vulcanising agents or other chemicals falls under 4005.20.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Rubber dispersions?
The HS code for Rubber dispersions is 400520 (Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10).
How do I classify Rubber dispersions for customs?
Rubber dispersions is classified under HS code 400520 — Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Rubber dispersions the same in all countries?
The base HS code 400520 for Rubber dispersions is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.