Hygienic or pharmaceutical articles (including nursing nipples), of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber, with or without fittings of hard rubber
3 declarable lines
Heading 4014 covers hygienic or pharmaceutical articles made of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber, including nursing nipples and with or without hard rubber fittings. It is split into three declarable lines: sheath contraceptives, nursing nipples, and a residual other line. The general (MFN) rates are Free for the first two lines and 4.2% for the residual line.
Products in this heading
- Sheath contraceptives
- Nursing nipples
- Baby bottle nipples
- Rubber teats for feeding
- Rubber syringe bulbs
- Rubber douche bags
- Rubber ice bags
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the article is hygienic or pharmaceutical in nature and made of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber.
- If the article is a sheath contraceptive, use 4014.10.00.00.
- If the article is a nursing nipple, use 4014.90.10.00.
- If it is another hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber article, use the residual line 4014.90.50.00.
- Check that any hard rubber fittings are allowed by the heading and do not by themselves move the article to another heading.
Often confused with
- Heading 4015Rubber gloves
Gloves are articles of apparel and clothing accessories of vulcanized rubber.
- Heading 4009Rubber tubes and hoses
Tubes, pipes and hoses are classified in heading 4009.
- Heading 4008Rubber sheets and strip
Plates, sheets, strip, rods and profile shapes are classified in heading 4008.
- Heading 4016General rubber gaskets
Other articles of vulcanized rubber not hygienic or pharmaceutical go to heading 4016.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for sheath contraceptives?
Sheath contraceptives are classified under 4014.10.00.00 and carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
What is the duty on nursing nipples?
Nursing nipples are classified under 4014.90.10.00 and carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
How do I classify other hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles?
Other hygienic or pharmaceutical articles of vulcanized rubber that are not sheath contraceptives or nursing nipples fall under 4014.90.50.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 4.2%.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.