What types of products are classified under HS-4 5604?

HS-4 5604 includes rubber thread and cord, as well as textile yarns and strips that are impregnated, coated, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?

Choose **HS-6 560410** for rubber thread and cord that is textile covered, and **HS-6 560490** for yarns and strips from headings 5404 or 5405 that are treated with rubber or plastics.

Are there specific import regulations for HS-4 5604?

Yes, ensure compliance with relevant import regulations, including product safety standards and labeling requirements specific to rubber and textile products.

Can I use HS-4 5604 for all rubber-covered textiles?

Not all rubber-covered textiles fall under this heading. Verify if your product meets the criteria for either **560410** or **560490**.

What is the difference between rubber thread and textile yarn?

Rubber thread is typically used for sewing and elastic applications, while textile yarn can refer to a broader range of fibers, including those treated with rubber for added durability.

HS-4 · Heading

5604 — Rubber thread and cord, textile covered; textile yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404, 5405; impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics

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Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 5604 when importing rubber thread and cord or textile yarns that are covered with rubber or plastics. For example, if you're shipping textile-covered rubber cords for use in manufacturing elastic bands, this is the correct classification.

To decide between HS-6 560410 and HS-6 560490, consider the product's primary function. If you're dealing with rubber thread or cord that is textile covered, go with 560410. However, if your product is a textile yarn or strip from headings 5404 or 5405 that is impregnated or coated, choose 560490.

When assessing your shipment, note that 560490 includes various yarns and strips that may not fit neatly into other categories. This subheading is for items not specifically classified under the first line, allowing for a broader range of textile products treated with rubber or plastics.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

rubber thread · textile covered cord · import rubber yarn · HS-4 5604 · rubber coated textiles · yarn with rubber · textile yarn classification · rubber thread import · 560410 · 560490 · nonwoven textiles · cordage and ropes · impregnated yarn · coated textile products · rubber sheathed yarns

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Rubber thread used in sewing and stitching applications.
Textile-covered rubber cords for elastic products.
Yarns impregnated with rubber for enhanced durability.
Coated strips used in the production of industrial belts.
Rubber-covered textile yarns for crafting and upholstery.
Cords and threads used in outdoor gear manufacturing.

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What is HS-4 5604 used for?
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Difference between HS-6 560410 and 560490?
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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are classified under HS-4 5604?: HS-4 5604 includes rubber thread and cord, as well as textile yarns and strips that are impregnated, coated, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?: Choose **HS-6 560410** for rubber thread and cord that is textile covered, and **HS-6 560490** for yarns and strips from headings 5404 or 5405 that are treated with rubber or plastics.
Are there specific import regulations for HS-4 5604?: Yes, ensure compliance with relevant import regulations, including product safety standards and labeling requirements specific to rubber and textile products.
Can I use HS-4 5604 for all rubber-covered textiles?: Not all rubber-covered textiles fall under this heading. Verify if your product meets the criteria for either **560410** or **560490**.
What is the difference between rubber thread and textile yarn?: Rubber thread is typically used for sewing and elastic applications, while textile yarn can refer to a broader range of fibers, including those treated with rubber for added durability.

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