HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4005.20 – Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10
HS code 4005.20 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10. It is used for rubber cements, solvent-based rubber adhesives, rubber dispersions for coatings, latex-based rubber solutions and unvulcanized rubber sealants.
What HS 4005.20 covers
This HS code specifically covers unvulcanized, compounded rubber in the form of solutions and dispersions, excluding those compounded with carbon black or silica (which fall under 400510). These liquid or semi-liquid forms of rubber are crucial for applications requiring easy spreadability, adhesion, or coating properties before final vulcanization. They are widely used in the manufacturing of adhesives, sealants, coatings, and dipped goods, offering flexibility in application methods. Major importers are typically industries involved in textiles, footwear, automotive components, and construction, found in countries like China, India, and Vietnam, where these manufacturing sectors are prominent. Exporters are often chemical companies and specialized compounders in industrialized nations such as Germany, the USA, and Japan, possessing the expertise to formulate stable and effective rubber solutions. Key considerations include the solvent or dispersion medium, the concentration of rubber, and the specific additives used, as these factors determine the product's viscosity, drying time, and ultimate performance. This code is also subject to EUDR regulations.
- Covers
- Rubber cements
- Solvent-based rubber adhesives
- Rubber dispersions for coatings
- Latex-based rubber solutions
- Unvulcanized rubber sealants
- Rubber dipping compounds
- Textile bonding agents
- Examples
- Henkel rubber adhesives
- Sika sealants
- Bostik rubber solutions
- 3M industrial rubber dispersions
Codes often confused with 4005.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 400291 (synthetic rubber latex) if the "compounded" aspect is not recognized, or with other unvulcanized compounded rubbers (400591, 400599) if the "solutions and dispersions" form is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400520, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400520 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 Germany $61M 32% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $31M 16% of world exports
- 3 United States $29M 15% of world exports
World total: $191M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $26M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $25M 14% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $17M 9.3% of world imports
World total: $185M 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 4005.20
Brazil does not split HS 4005.20: its NCM code is 4005.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 4005.20
What is HS code 400520?
HS code 400520 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10. This HS code specifically covers unvulcanized, compounded rubber in the form of solutions and dispersions, excluding those compounded with carbon black or silica (which fall under 400510). These liquid or semi-liquid forms of rubber are crucial for applications requiring easy spreadability, adhesion, or coating properties before final vulcanization. They are widely used in the manufacturing of adhesives, sealants, coatings, and dipped goods, offering flexibility in application methods. Major importers are typically industries involved in textiles, footwear, automotive components, and construction, found in countries like China, India, and Vietnam, where these manufacturing sectors are prominent. Exporters are often chemical companies and specialized compounders in industrialized nations such as Germany, the USA, and Japan, possessing the expertise to formulate stable and effective rubber solutions. Key considerations include the solvent or dispersion medium, the concentration of rubber, and the specific additives used, as these factors determine the product's viscosity, drying time, and ultimate performance. This code is also subject to EUDR regulations.
What products fall under HS code 400520?
Rubber cements, Solvent-based rubber adhesives, Rubber dispersions for coatings, Latex-based rubber solutions, Unvulcanized rubber sealants, Rubber dipping compounds, Textile bonding agents
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400520?
This code can be confused with 400291 (synthetic rubber latex) if the "compounded" aspect is not recognized, or with other unvulcanized compounded rubbers (400591, 400599) if the "solutions and dispersions" form is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400520?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400520 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($61M, 32% of world exports), South Korea ($31M) and the United States ($29M). World exports came to about $191M, 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 400520?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400520 in UN Comtrade data were China ($26M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($25M) and South Korea ($17M). World imports came to about $185M, 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 400520 structured?
HS code 400520 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400520?
In Brazil, HS code 400520 is NCM 4005.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.