4008.19.80.00 - Other

This HTS category, 4008.19.80.00, covers "Other" articles of vulcanized rubber that are not hard rubber, specifically in the form of plates, sheets, strip, rods, and profile shapes. Within the broader classification for cellular rubber products, this designation serves as a residual category for items that do not fit into more specific sub-classifications. It is important to note that the term "cellular rubber" refers to rubber that contains a substantial proportion of cells, either closed or open, which are generally not permeable to liquids or gases.

The primary distinction of this category lies in its exclusion of profile shapes, which are classified under HTS 4008.19.60.00. While both categories pertain to cellular vulcanized rubber in extruded or molded forms, the "profile shapes" category is intended for items with specific cross-sectional designs intended for particular applications, such as seals or gaskets. This residual "Other" category, therefore, encompasses any remaining plates, sheets, strip, and rods of cellular vulcanized rubber that do not possess such specific profile characteristics.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within 4008.19.80.00 would therefore depend on the precise physical form and characteristics of the cellular vulcanized rubber product in question, ensuring it is not specifically classifiable as a profile shape and meets the general criteria for plates, sheets, strip, or rods. Examples could include general-purpose cellular rubber sheets or strips used for cushioning or insulation where a defined profile is not the defining feature.