HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4002.80 – Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
HS code 4002.80 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. It is used for blended rubber compounds, natural-synthetic rubber sheets, mixed rubber bales, rubber masterbatches and custom rubber blends.
What HS 4002.80 covers
This code is crucial for the global rubber industry, encompassing hybrid rubber formulations that combine the best properties of both natural and synthetic rubbers. These mixtures are traded in their raw, unprocessed states – as bales, sheets, or strips – before being further manufactured into finished goods. Major importers are typically countries with robust automotive, construction, and industrial manufacturing sectors, such as China, Germany, and the United States, which require versatile rubber compounds for diverse applications. Exporters often include countries with significant rubber processing capabilities, like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia (for natural rubber components), alongside industrial giants producing synthetic variants. Key things to know involve the specific blend ratios and additives, which dictate the final product's performance characteristics, such as elasticity, durability, and resistance to chemicals or temperature. The trade in these primary forms is a foundational step in the supply chain for countless rubber-based products, from tires to seals and industrial belts, making it a significant indicator of industrial demand.
- Covers
- Blended rubber compounds
- Natural-synthetic rubber sheets
- Mixed rubber bales
- Rubber masterbatches
- Custom rubber blends
- Hybrid rubber strips
- Elastomer mixtures
- Examples
- Michelin tire compounds
- Goodyear rubber blends
- Continental AG rubber materials
- Bridgestone raw rubber mixes
Codes often confused with 4002.80
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 4001 (natural rubber only) or 4002 (synthetic rubber only) if the mixture ratio is not clearly defined or if it's mistakenly identified as a single type of rubber.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400280, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400280 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 98% 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 Thailand $3.3B 50% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$2.0B 30% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $761M 11% of world exports
World total: $6.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $6.5B 98% of world imports
- 2 Italy $66M 1.0% of world imports
- 3 Laos* ~$28M 0.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $6.6B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 4002.80
Brazil does not split HS 4002.80: its NCM code is 4002.80.00.
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 4002.80
What is HS code 400280?
HS code 400280 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; mixtures of natural and synthetic rubbers of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. This code is crucial for the global rubber industry, encompassing hybrid rubber formulations that combine the best properties of both natural and synthetic rubbers. These mixtures are traded in their raw, unprocessed states – as bales, sheets, or strips – before being further manufactured into finished goods. Major importers are typically countries with robust automotive, construction, and industrial manufacturing sectors, such as China, Germany, and the United States, which require versatile rubber compounds for diverse applications. Exporters often include countries with significant rubber processing capabilities, like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia (for natural rubber components), alongside industrial giants producing synthetic variants. Key things to know involve the specific blend ratios and additives, which dictate the final product's performance characteristics, such as elasticity, durability, and resistance to chemicals or temperature. The trade in these primary forms is a foundational step in the supply chain for countless rubber-based products, from tires to seals and industrial belts, making it a significant indicator of industrial demand.
What products fall under HS code 400280?
Blended rubber compounds, Natural-synthetic rubber sheets, Mixed rubber bales, Rubber masterbatches, Custom rubber blends, Hybrid rubber strips, Elastomer mixtures
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400280?
This code can be confused with 4001 (natural rubber only) or 4002 (synthetic rubber only) if the mixture ratio is not clearly defined or if it's mistakenly identified as a single type of rubber.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400280?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400280 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($3.3B, 50% of world exports), Vietnam (about $2.0B) and Malaysia ($761M). World exports came to about $6.6B, 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 400280?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400280 in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.5B, 98% of world imports), Italy ($66M) and Laos (about $28M). World imports came to about $6.6B, 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 400280 structured?
HS code 400280 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 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400280?
In Brazil, HS code 400280 is NCM 4002.80.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.