HS Code 4014

Hygienic and Pharmaceutical Rubber Goods

HS code 4014 covers hygienic or pharmaceutical articles of vulcanised rubber, including teats, condoms, and nursing accessories for medical or personal use.

4-digit Section VIILCL

HS Code 4014 — Hygienic and Pharmaceutical Rubber Goods

This heading covers various articles made of vulcanised rubber (other than hard rubber) used for hygienic, medical, or surgical purposes. These items are designed for healthcare or personal hygiene applications and may include attachments made of hard rubber.

What's included

  • Sheath contraceptives (condoms)
  • Hot water bottles
  • Rubber teats and soothers (dummies)
  • Enema bags/syringes
  • Ice bags

What's excluded

  • Medical gloves → use 4015 (Gloves are specifically classified under heading 4015.)
  • Rubber tubing for medical use → use 4009 (Simple tubing is classified by its form under 4009.)

Common examples

  • Latex condoms
  • Rubber hot water bottles
  • Infant bottle teats
  • Vulcanised rubber bulb syringes
  • Rubber bed cushions

Frequently asked questions

Are rubber gloves included in 4014?

No, all types of rubber gloves, including surgical ones, are classified under HS code 4015.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0-6%
  • Documentation: Items like condoms and medical syringes often require FDA or CE certification.
  • Typical shipping mode: LCL
  • Top exporters: Malaysia, Thailand, China
  • Top importers: United States, United Kingdom, Japan

Key takeaway

Hygienic rubber goods are frequently regulated as medical devices; verify local health authority compliance before shipping.

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