HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4002.59 – Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS code 4002.59 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. It is used for NBR bales, nitrile rubber sheets, NBR pellets, NBR compounds and NBR O-rings material.
What HS 4002.59 covers
This HS code pertains to acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) in solid forms, such as bales, sheets, or strips, excluding latex. NBR is a workhorse synthetic rubber widely traded for its superior resistance to oils, fuels, and various chemicals, alongside good abrasion resistance. It is a critical component for manufacturers of automotive seals, O-rings, hoses, industrial gaskets, and fuel system components. Chemical producers supply NBR globally, with demand heavily influenced by the automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery sectors, where reliable sealing and fluid handling are paramount. Key trade considerations include the varying acrylonitrile content, which dictates oil resistance, and the need for specific grades for different applications.
- Covers
- NBR bales
- Nitrile rubber sheets
- NBR pellets
- NBR compounds
- NBR O-rings material
- NBR gasket material
- NBR rolls
- Examples
- Zeon NBR
- Lanxess NBR
- Kumho NBR
- Automotive fuel hoses
- Hydraulic seals
- Industrial O-rings
- Gaskets
Codes often confused with 4002.59
Common mistake. This code is for solid NBR; it's important to distinguish it from NBR in latex form (400251), which is used for dipped goods and coatings, despite sharing the same polymer.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400259, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400259 in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% 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 South Korea $259M 24% of world exports
- 2 France $186M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $164M 15% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $201M 18% of world imports
- 2 United States $127M 11% of world imports
- 3 India $120M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 4002.59
Brazil does not split HS 4002.59: its NCM code is 4002.59.00.
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 4002.59
What is HS code 400259?
HS code 400259 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; synthetic, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. This HS code pertains to acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) in solid forms, such as bales, sheets, or strips, excluding latex. NBR is a workhorse synthetic rubber widely traded for its superior resistance to oils, fuels, and various chemicals, alongside good abrasion resistance. It is a critical component for manufacturers of automotive seals, O-rings, hoses, industrial gaskets, and fuel system components. Chemical producers supply NBR globally, with demand heavily influenced by the automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery sectors, where reliable sealing and fluid handling are paramount. Key trade considerations include the varying acrylonitrile content, which dictates oil resistance, and the need for specific grades for different applications.
What products fall under HS code 400259?
NBR bales, Nitrile rubber sheets, NBR pellets, NBR compounds, NBR O-rings material, NBR gasket material, NBR rolls
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400259?
This code is for solid NBR; it's important to distinguish it from NBR in latex form (400251), which is used for dipped goods and coatings, despite sharing the same polymer.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400259?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400259 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($259M, 24% of world exports), France ($186M) and the United States ($164M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 400259?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400259 in UN Comtrade data were China ($201M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($127M) and India ($120M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 400259 structured?
HS code 400259 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400259?
In Brazil, HS code 400259 is NCM 4002.59.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.