HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4002.41 – Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS code 4002.41 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. It is used for neoprene latex, CR latex concentrate, chloroprene emulsion, CR adhesive base and CR coating material.
What HS 4002.41 covers
This HS code covers chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR) in latex form, commonly known as Neoprene latex. This versatile synthetic rubber is traded as a liquid emulsion and is primarily utilized in adhesives, coatings, and dipped goods where its excellent oil, chemical, and weather resistance are paramount. Major chemical companies export this latex to manufacturers of consumer goods, construction materials, and protective equipment globally. The trade is driven by demand for durable, flexible, and resistant materials in various industrial and consumer applications, including contact cements, wet suit coatings, and medical gloves. Understanding its specific handling and storage requirements as a liquid is crucial for trade.
- Covers
- Neoprene latex
- CR latex concentrate
- Chloroprene emulsion
- CR adhesive base
- CR coating material
- Dipped goods latex
- Examples
- DuPont Neoprene Latex
- Denka Chloroprene Latex
- Showa Denko CR Latex
- Contact cement adhesives
- Wet suit coatings
Codes often confused with 4002.41
Common mistake. This code specifically covers CR in latex form; it's distinct from non-latex CR (400249), which is traded as solid bales or sheets, despite sharing the same chemical base.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400241, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400241 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $96M 55% of world exports
- 2 Germany $64M 37% of world exports
- 3 United States $5.2M 3.0% of world exports
World total: $173M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $37M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $27M 15% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $19M 11% of world imports
World total: $177M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4002.41
Brazil does not split HS 4002.41: its NCM code is 4002.41.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4002.41
What is HS code 400241?
HS code 400241 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; synthetic, chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR), latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. This HS code covers chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR) in latex form, commonly known as Neoprene latex. This versatile synthetic rubber is traded as a liquid emulsion and is primarily utilized in adhesives, coatings, and dipped goods where its excellent oil, chemical, and weather resistance are paramount. Major chemical companies export this latex to manufacturers of consumer goods, construction materials, and protective equipment globally. The trade is driven by demand for durable, flexible, and resistant materials in various industrial and consumer applications, including contact cements, wet suit coatings, and medical gloves. Understanding its specific handling and storage requirements as a liquid is crucial for trade.
What products fall under HS code 400241?
Neoprene latex, CR latex concentrate, Chloroprene emulsion, CR adhesive base, CR coating material, Dipped goods latex
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400241?
This code specifically covers CR in latex form; it's distinct from non-latex CR (400249), which is traded as solid bales or sheets, despite sharing the same chemical base.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400241?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400241 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($96M, 55% of world exports), Germany ($64M) and the United States ($5.2M). World exports came to about $173M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 400241?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400241 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($37M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($27M) and the Netherlands ($19M). World imports came to about $177M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 400241 structured?
HS code 400241 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400241?
In Brazil, HS code 400241 is NCM 4002.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.