HS Code 4003
Reclaimed Rubber
HS code 4003 covers reclaimed rubber in primary forms or plates, typically sourced from processed waste tyres for use in industrial manufacturing.
4-digit Section VIIFCL
HS Code 4003 — Reclaimed Rubber
This code identifies rubber recovered from used tyres or other rubber waste through chemical or thermal processes. It is generally traded in primary forms like blocks or sheets and reused as a lower-cost filling material in new rubber products.
What's included
- Reclaimed tyre rubber
- Devulcanised rubber
- Reclaimed rubber sheets
What's excluded
- Untreated rubber scrap → use
4004(Scrap that has not been reclaimed/processed into a primary form.)
Common examples
- Whole tyre reclaim (WTR) bales
- Butyl reclaim sheets
- EPDM reclaimed rubber blocks
Frequently asked questions
Does 4003 include rubber powder?
No, rubber powder obtained from waste is generally classified under 4004.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Proof of reclamation process may be requested to distinguish from hazardous waste.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: India, China, Malaysia
- Top importers: China, United States, Thailand
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Key takeaway
Reclaimed rubber is a recycled industrial raw material, distinct from raw scrap and virgin synthetic rubber.
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