HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4007.00 – Rubber; vulcanised, thread and cord
HS code 4007.00 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised, thread and cord. It is used for elastic rubber thread, latex rubber cord, spandex core rubber thread, braided rubber cord and covered rubber thread.
What HS 4007.00 covers
Vulcanised rubber threads and cords are crucial components in a vast array of textile and industrial applications, representing a significant segment of global rubber trade. These products, having undergone the vulcanisation process, possess enhanced elasticity, strength, and durability compared to their unvulcanised counterparts. Major exporters typically include countries with strong rubber processing industries, such as China, Thailand, and Malaysia, which supply these specialized threads and cords to manufacturers worldwide. Importers are often textile mills, apparel producers, and manufacturers of elasticised goods in regions like the European Union, the United States, and various Asian countries. Key considerations in trade involve the specific rubber type (natural or synthetic), thread diameter, elongation properties, and compliance with industry standards for applications ranging from elastic waistbands to medical textiles. The market is driven by demand for comfortable, durable, and flexible materials in consumer and industrial products.
- Covers
- Elastic rubber thread
- Latex rubber cord
- Spandex core rubber thread
- Braided rubber cord
- Covered rubber thread
- Extruded rubber thread
- Surgical rubber cord.
- Examples
- Prym elastic thread
- Fulflex rubber thread
- Thai Rubber Latex thread
- Heveatex rubber cord
- L.B. Plastics rubber cord.
Codes often confused with 4007.00
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5604 (rubber thread and cord, textile covered) or 5906 (rubberised textile fabrics), as the distinction lies in whether the rubber is merely covered or if the rubber itself is the primary component.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400700, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400700 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% 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 $281M 44% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $138M 22% of world exports
- 3 China $137M 22% of world exports
World total: $637M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $244M 42% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$34M 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Vietnam* ~$30M 5.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $575M 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 codes for 4007.00 3
Brazil splits HS 4007.00 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4007.00.1 ThreadFios Group
- 4007.00.11 Silicone-covered vulcanised rubber threadRecobertos com silicone, mesmo paralelizados
- 4007.00.19 Other vulcanised rubber threadOutros
- 4007.00.20 Vulcanised rubber cordCordas
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.07 →
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 4007.00
What is HS code 400700?
HS code 400700 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised, thread and cord. Vulcanised rubber threads and cords are crucial components in a vast array of textile and industrial applications, representing a significant segment of global rubber trade. These products, having undergone the vulcanisation process, possess enhanced elasticity, strength, and durability compared to their unvulcanised counterparts. Major exporters typically include countries with strong rubber processing industries, such as China, Thailand, and Malaysia, which supply these specialized threads and cords to manufacturers worldwide. Importers are often textile mills, apparel producers, and manufacturers of elasticised goods in regions like the European Union, the United States, and various Asian countries. Key considerations in trade involve the specific rubber type (natural or synthetic), thread diameter, elongation properties, and compliance with industry standards for applications ranging from elastic waistbands to medical textiles. The market is driven by demand for comfortable, durable, and flexible materials in consumer and industrial products.
What products fall under HS code 400700?
Elastic rubber thread, latex rubber cord, spandex core rubber thread, braided rubber cord, covered rubber thread, extruded rubber thread, surgical rubber cord.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400700?
This code is often confused with 5604 (rubber thread and cord, textile covered) or 5906 (rubberised textile fabrics), as the distinction lies in whether the rubber is merely covered or if the rubber itself is the primary component.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400700?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400700 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($281M, 44% of world exports), Malaysia ($138M) and China ($137M). World exports came to about $637M, 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 400700?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400700 in UN Comtrade data were China ($244M, 42% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $34M) and Vietnam (about $30M). World imports came to about $575M, 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 400700 structured?
HS code 400700 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400700?
Brazil splits HS code 400700 into 3 NCM codes: 4007.00.11 (Silicone-covered vulcanised rubber thread), 4007.00.19 (Other vulcanised rubber thread), 4007.00.20 (Vulcanised rubber cord). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.