HS Code 4006
Unvulcanised Rubber Forms and Articles
HS code 4006 covers unvulcanised rubber in forms such as rods and tubes, as well as articles like discs, rings, and patches.
4-digit Section VIILCL
HS Code 4006 — Unvulcanised Rubber Forms and Articles
Covers unvulcanised rubber in specific shapes like rods, tubes, and profile shapes, as well as semi-finished articles like discs and rings. These items are often intended for further processing or used as 'camel-back' strips for retreading tyres.
What's included
- Camel-back strips for tyre retreading
- Unvulcanised rubber rods
- Unvulcanised rubber tubes
- Unvulcanised rubber patches
What's excluded
- Adhesive tapes → use
4005(Often classified as compounded rubber if specifically prepared.)
Common examples
- Camel-back tyre retread strips
- Unvulcanised rubber rings
- Extruded unvulcanised rubber profiles
- Rubber patches for inner tube repair
Frequently asked questions
What is camel-back rubber?
It is an unvulcanised rubber strip used as the tread layer when resoling or retreading used tyres.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 10%
- Documentation: null
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Thailand, United States
- Top importers: India, Brazil, Indonesia
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Key takeaway
This code focuses on shaped unvulcanised rubber products, famously including tyre retread materials.
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