HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4008.11 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber
HS code 4008.11 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber. It is used for neoprene foam sheets, EPDM sponge strips, SBR cellular rubber plates, silicone foam gaskets and closed-cell rubber insulation sheets.
What HS 4008.11 covers
This HS code covers vulcanised cellular rubber in specific forms: plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Cellular rubber, also known as foam rubber or sponge rubber, is characterised by its internal cell structure, which can be open or closed, providing properties like cushioning, insulation, and sealing. These products are vital in numerous manufacturing sectors globally. Key exporters often include countries with advanced rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which supply high-quality cellular rubber materials. Major importers are typically industries in the automotive, construction, electronics, and sports equipment sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia, seeking materials for gaskets, seals, insulation, and padding. Trade considerations include density, cell structure (open/closed), material composition (EPDM, Neoprene, SBR), and compliance with specific industry standards for fire resistance or chemical inertness.
- Covers
- Neoprene foam sheets
- EPDM sponge strips
- SBR cellular rubber plates
- Silicone foam gaskets
- Closed-cell rubber insulation sheets
- Open-cell foam padding
- Microcellular rubber strips.
- Examples
- Armacell ArmaFlex sheets
- Rogers Poron foam
- Saint-Gobain Norseal strips
- K-Flex cellular rubber
- Rubber-Cal Neoprene sheets.
Codes often confused with 4008.11
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 400819 (other cellular rubber forms) or 3921 (plastic sheets/strips of cellular plastics), as the distinction is the rubber material and the specific form (plates, sheets, strips).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400811, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400811 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.9% 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 China $159M 14% of world exports
- 2 Germany $110M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $104M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $90M 8.9% of world imports
- 2 Canada $72M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United States $72M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 4008.11
Brazil does not split HS 4008.11: its NCM code is 4008.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.08 →
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 4008.11
What is HS code 400811?
HS code 400811 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber. This HS code covers vulcanised cellular rubber in specific forms: plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Cellular rubber, also known as foam rubber or sponge rubber, is characterised by its internal cell structure, which can be open or closed, providing properties like cushioning, insulation, and sealing. These products are vital in numerous manufacturing sectors globally. Key exporters often include countries with advanced rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which supply high-quality cellular rubber materials. Major importers are typically industries in the automotive, construction, electronics, and sports equipment sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia, seeking materials for gaskets, seals, insulation, and padding. Trade considerations include density, cell structure (open/closed), material composition (EPDM, Neoprene, SBR), and compliance with specific industry standards for fire resistance or chemical inertness.
What products fall under HS code 400811?
Neoprene foam sheets, EPDM sponge strips, SBR cellular rubber plates, silicone foam gaskets, closed-cell rubber insulation sheets, open-cell foam padding, microcellular rubber strips.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400811?
This code can be confused with 400819 (other cellular rubber forms) or 3921 (plastic sheets/strips of cellular plastics), as the distinction is the rubber material and the specific form (plates, sheets, strips).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400811?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400811 in UN Comtrade data were China ($159M, 14% of world exports), Germany ($110M) and Belgium ($104M). 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 400811?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400811 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($90M, 8.9% of world imports), Canada ($72M) and the United States ($72M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 400811 structured?
HS code 400811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400811?
In Brazil, HS code 400811 is NCM 4008.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.