HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4009.11 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings
HS code 4009.11 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings. It is used for silicone rubber tubing, EPDM rubber hose, natural rubber pipe, SBR rubber tubing and latex medical tubing.
What HS 4009.11 covers
This HS code covers vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are not reinforced or combined with other materials and come without fittings. These products are essentially pure rubber conduits, valued for their flexibility, chemical resistance, and ability to handle various fluids and gases. They are fundamental components in a wide range of industries, from automotive and medical to general industrial applications. Major exporters typically include countries with strong rubber processing and extrusion capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the United States, which produce high volumes of these unreinforced rubber tubes. Importers are manufacturers globally who integrate these basic rubber conduits into their systems, particularly in regions with robust manufacturing sectors like the EU, North America, and Asia. Key trade considerations include the specific rubber compound (e.g., silicone, EPDM, natural rubber), inner diameter, wall thickness, pressure rating, and compliance with industry standards for specific applications.
- Covers
- Silicone rubber tubing
- EPDM rubber hose
- Natural rubber pipe
- SBR rubber tubing
- Latex medical tubing
- Fuel line rubber hose (unreinforced)
- Vacuum rubber hose.
- Examples
- Parker unreinforced rubber tubing
- Gates general purpose hose
- Continental ContiTech rubber pipe
- Trelleborg unreinforced rubber hose
- Saint-Gobain silicone tubing.
Codes often confused with 4009.11
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 400912 (with fittings) or 400921 (reinforced with metal), as the key distinction is the absence of reinforcement and fittings.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 400911, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 400911 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 $255M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $155M 12% of world exports
- 3 United States $151M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $154M 11% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $148M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $78M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 4009.11
Brazil does not split HS 4009.11: its NCM code is 4009.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4009.11
What is HS code 400911?
HS code 400911 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings. This HS code covers vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses that are not reinforced or combined with other materials and come without fittings. These products are essentially pure rubber conduits, valued for their flexibility, chemical resistance, and ability to handle various fluids and gases. They are fundamental components in a wide range of industries, from automotive and medical to general industrial applications. Major exporters typically include countries with strong rubber processing and extrusion capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the United States, which produce high volumes of these unreinforced rubber tubes. Importers are manufacturers globally who integrate these basic rubber conduits into their systems, particularly in regions with robust manufacturing sectors like the EU, North America, and Asia. Key trade considerations include the specific rubber compound (e.g., silicone, EPDM, natural rubber), inner diameter, wall thickness, pressure rating, and compliance with industry standards for specific applications.
What products fall under HS code 400911?
Silicone rubber tubing, EPDM rubber hose, natural rubber pipe, SBR rubber tubing, latex medical tubing, fuel line rubber hose (unreinforced), vacuum rubber hose.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400911?
This code is often confused with 400912 (with fittings) or 400921 (reinforced with metal), as the key distinction is the absence of reinforcement and fittings.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 400911?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 400911 in UN Comtrade data were China ($255M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($155M) and the United States ($151M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 400911?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 400911 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($154M, 11% of world imports), Mexico ($148M) and Germany ($78M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 400911 structured?
HS code 400911 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) 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 400911?
In Brazil, HS code 400911 is NCM 4009.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.