HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4008.21 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip, of non-cellular rubber
HS code 4008.21 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip, of non-cellular rubber. It is used for SBR rubber sheets, NBR rubber strips, natural rubber plates, EPDM rubber sheeting and silicone rubber gaskets material.
What HS 4008.21 covers
This HS code covers vulcanised non-cellular rubber in the form of plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Non-cellular rubber, also known as solid rubber, is dense and compact, offering high strength, abrasion resistance, and durability, making it suitable for demanding industrial applications. These products are fundamental raw materials for manufacturers across various sectors globally. Major exporters typically include countries with robust rubber processing industries, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which produce a wide range of solid rubber materials. Importers are often manufacturers in the automotive, construction, mining, and general industrial sectors in regions like North America, Europe, and Asia, who use these materials for gaskets, seals, conveyor belts, and protective linings. Trade considerations include the specific polymer type (e.g., SBR, NBR, EPDM, natural rubber), hardness (durometer), thickness, and compliance with performance standards for oil resistance, temperature range, or abrasion.
- Covers
- SBR rubber sheets
- NBR rubber strips
- Natural rubber plates
- EPDM rubber sheeting
- Silicone rubber gaskets material
- Conveyor belt rubber
- Wear-resistant rubber liners.
- Examples
- Goodyear industrial rubber sheets
- Gates rubber strips
- Continental ContiTech rubber plates
- Rubber-Cal SBR sheets
- Freudenberg Sealing Technologies rubber material.
Codes often confused with 4008.21
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 400829 (other non-cellular rubber forms) or 3920 (plastic plates, sheets, film, foil, strip, non-cellular), as the key is the non-cellular rubber material and the specific form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400821, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400821 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 $624M 24% of world exports
- 2 China $332M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $224M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $318M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $173M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 France $150M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $2.3B 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 4008.21
Brazil does not split HS 4008.21: its NCM code is 4008.21.00.
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 4008.21
What is HS code 400821?
HS code 400821 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip, of non-cellular rubber. This HS code covers vulcanised non-cellular rubber in the form of plates, sheets, and strips, excluding hard rubber. Non-cellular rubber, also known as solid rubber, is dense and compact, offering high strength, abrasion resistance, and durability, making it suitable for demanding industrial applications. These products are fundamental raw materials for manufacturers across various sectors globally. Major exporters typically include countries with robust rubber processing industries, such as China, Germany, and Japan, which produce a wide range of solid rubber materials. Importers are often manufacturers in the automotive, construction, mining, and general industrial sectors in regions like North America, Europe, and Asia, who use these materials for gaskets, seals, conveyor belts, and protective linings. Trade considerations include the specific polymer type (e.g., SBR, NBR, EPDM, natural rubber), hardness (durometer), thickness, and compliance with performance standards for oil resistance, temperature range, or abrasion.
What products fall under HS code 400821?
SBR rubber sheets, NBR rubber strips, natural rubber plates, EPDM rubber sheeting, silicone rubber gaskets material, conveyor belt rubber, wear-resistant rubber liners.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400821?
This code can be confused with 400829 (other non-cellular rubber forms) or 3920 (plastic plates, sheets, film, foil, strip, non-cellular), as the key is the non-cellular rubber material and the specific form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400821?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400821 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($624M, 24% of world exports), China ($332M) and the United States ($224M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 400821?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400821 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($318M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($173M) and France ($150M). World imports came to about $2.3B, 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 400821 structured?
HS code 400821 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 400821?
In Brazil, HS code 400821 is NCM 4008.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.