HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4008.19 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip)
HS code 4008.19 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip). It is used for cellular rubber profiles, moulded foam rubber parts, extruded sponge rubber cords, cellular rubber blocks and custom-cut foam rubber shapes.
What HS 4008.19 covers
This HS code encompasses vulcanised cellular rubber in forms other than plates, sheets, or strips, excluding hard rubber. This category captures a diverse range of foam rubber products that are shaped or moulded for specific applications, leveraging cellular rubber's excellent cushioning, sealing, and insulating properties. International trade in these goods is driven by demand from various manufacturing industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, and consumer goods. Countries with sophisticated rubber moulding and fabrication industries, such as China, Germany, and the United States, are typically major exporters. Importers include manufacturers globally who integrate these specialised cellular rubber components into their final products, particularly in regions with strong industrial bases like the EU, North America, and Southeast Asia. Key trade factors include the specific shape, density, cell structure, and material composition (e.g., EPDM, silicone, natural rubber foam) to meet precise application requirements.
- Covers
- Cellular rubber profiles
- Moulded foam rubber parts
- Extruded sponge rubber cords
- Cellular rubber blocks
- Custom-cut foam rubber shapes
- Die-cut cellular rubber gaskets
- Cellular rubber tubing.
- Examples
- Rogers Poron moulded parts
- Saint-Gobain Norseal profiles
- Armacell ArmaFlex insulation tubes
- Rubber-Cal sponge rubber cords
- custom automotive foam seals.
Codes often confused with 4008.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 400811 (cellular rubber in plates, sheets, strips) or 3926 (other articles of plastics), as the distinction lies in the specific form and the rubber material.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400819, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400819 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 9.5% 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 United States $34M 15% of world exports
- 2 Germany $32M 14% of world exports
- 3 France $13M 5.8% of world exports
World total: $222M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $24M 9.5% of world imports
- 2 United States $20M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $19M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $248M 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 4008.19
Brazil does not split HS 4008.19: its NCM code is 4008.19.00.
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 4008.19
What is HS code 400819?
HS code 400819 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip). This HS code encompasses vulcanised cellular rubber in forms other than plates, sheets, or strips, excluding hard rubber. This category captures a diverse range of foam rubber products that are shaped or moulded for specific applications, leveraging cellular rubber's excellent cushioning, sealing, and insulating properties. International trade in these goods is driven by demand from various manufacturing industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, and consumer goods. Countries with sophisticated rubber moulding and fabrication industries, such as China, Germany, and the United States, are typically major exporters. Importers include manufacturers globally who integrate these specialised cellular rubber components into their final products, particularly in regions with strong industrial bases like the EU, North America, and Southeast Asia. Key trade factors include the specific shape, density, cell structure, and material composition (e.g., EPDM, silicone, natural rubber foam) to meet precise application requirements.
What products fall under HS code 400819?
Cellular rubber profiles, moulded foam rubber parts, extruded sponge rubber cords, cellular rubber blocks, custom-cut foam rubber shapes, die-cut cellular rubber gaskets, cellular rubber tubing.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400819?
This code is often confused with 400811 (cellular rubber in plates, sheets, strips) or 3926 (other articles of plastics), as the distinction lies in the specific form and the rubber material.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400819?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400819 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($34M, 15% of world exports), Germany ($32M) and France ($13M). World exports came to about $222M, 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 400819?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400819 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($24M, 9.5% of world imports), the United States ($20M) and Germany ($19M). World imports came to about $248M, 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 400819 structured?
HS code 400819 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400819?
In Brazil, HS code 400819 is NCM 4008.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.