HS Code Subheading

Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with metal

4010.11 Subheading
Section VII — Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof

About HS Code 401011

This HS code identifies vulcanised rubber conveyor belts and belting reinforced exclusively with metal, typically steel cords. These heavy-duty belts are engineered for extreme applications requiring high tensile strength, impact resistance, and long service life, such as in mining, quarrying, bulk material handling at ports, and large-scale construction projects. Importers are predominantly mining companies, cement manufacturers, port authorities, and heavy industry operators. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of industrial rubber products with expertise in steel cord reinforcement technology. Key trade considerations include belt width, thickness, tensile strength ratings, splice compatibility, and resistance to abrasion and cutting, as these factors are critical for operational efficiency and safety in demanding environments.

Products Under This Code

Steel cord conveyor belt, mining conveyor belt, quarry conveyor belt, port terminal conveyor belting, heavy-duty aggregate conveyor belt, long-distance conveyor belt, high-strength industrial conveyor belt

Real World Examples

Continental ContiTech Steel Cord Conveyor Belts, Fenner Dunlop UsFlex, Bridgestone Steel Cord Belts, Semperit Sempercord

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 401012 (textile-reinforced conveyor belts) or 401019 (other reinforced conveyor belts). The defining characteristic is reinforcement solely with metal.

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.

Products Classified Under 4010.11

Metal reinforced conveyor belt

Related Codes

4010.12 Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials 4010.19 Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only) 4010.31 Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm 4010.32 Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm 4010.33 Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 180cm but not exceeding 240 cm 4010.34 Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 180cm but not exceeding 240 cm 4010.35 Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 60 cm but not exceeding 150 cm 4010.36 Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 150 cm but not exceeding 198 cm 4010.39 Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor or transmission belts or belting, n.e.c. in heading no. 4010

Industry

This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.

Trade Overview

China, Australia, and the USA are major importers and exporters, driven by their extensive mining and heavy industrial sectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 401011?

HS code 401011 covers: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with metal. This HS code identifies vulcanised rubber conveyor belts and belting reinforced exclusively with metal, typically steel cords. These heavy-duty belts are engineered for extreme applications requiring high tensile strength, impact resistance, and long service life, such as in mining, quarrying, bulk material handling at ports, and large-scale construction projects. Importers are predominantly mining companies, cement manufacturers, port authorities, and heavy industry operators. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of industrial rubber products with expertise in steel cord reinforcement technology. Key trade considerations include belt width, thickness, tensile strength ratings, splice compatibility, and resistance to abrasion and cutting, as these factors are critical for operational efficiency and safety in demanding environments.

What products fall under HS code 401011?

Steel cord conveyor belt, mining conveyor belt, quarry conveyor belt, port terminal conveyor belting, heavy-duty aggregate conveyor belt, long-distance conveyor belt, high-strength industrial conveyor belt

What are common misclassifications for HS code 401011?

This code is often confused with 401012 (textile-reinforced conveyor belts) or 401019 (other reinforced conveyor belts). The defining characteristic is reinforcement solely with metal.

How is HS code 401011 structured?

HS code 401011 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.