HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4010.19 – Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only)
HS code 4010.19 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only). It is used for aramid-reinforced conveyor belt, fiberglass-reinforced conveyor belt, high-temperature conveyor belting, chemical-resistant conveyor belt and specialized composite conveyor belting.
What HS 4010.19 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for vulcanised rubber conveyor belts and belting reinforced with materials other than solely metal or solely textiles. This includes belts with composite reinforcements, aramid fibers, fiberglass, or unique polymer blends, designed for highly specialized applications. These belts are often required in environments demanding specific properties like extreme heat resistance, chemical inertness, flame retardancy, or enhanced strength-to-weight ratios not achievable with conventional reinforcements. Importers are typically niche industrial sectors, high-tech manufacturing facilities, or specialized engineering firms. Exporters are often manufacturers with advanced material science capabilities, offering custom-engineered solutions. Key trade considerations involve the specific 'other' reinforcement material, performance characteristics under extreme conditions, and compliance with specialized industry standards or certifications.
- Covers
- Aramid-reinforced conveyor belt
- Fiberglass-reinforced conveyor belt
- High-temperature conveyor belting
- Chemical-resistant conveyor belt
- Specialized composite conveyor belting
- Flame-retardant conveyor belt
- Impact-resistant conveyor belt (non-metal/textile)
- Examples
- Trelleborg Specialized Conveyor Belts
- Chiorino Composite Belts
- Esbelt High-Performance Belts
- Fenner Dunlop X-Flex
Codes often confused with 4010.19
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 401011 (metal-reinforced) or 401012 (textile-reinforced) if the specific 'other' reinforcement is not clearly identified. It's the 'other than metal only or textile materials only' that defines it.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401019, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401019 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 $83M 23% of world exports
- 2 United States $43M 12% of world exports
- 3 Italy $34M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $65M 13% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $26M 5.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $26M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $497M 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 4010.19
Brazil does not split HS 4010.19: its NCM code is 4010.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.10 →
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 4010.19
What is HS code 401019?
HS code 401019 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only). This HS code serves as a residual category for vulcanised rubber conveyor belts and belting reinforced with materials other than solely metal or solely textiles. This includes belts with composite reinforcements, aramid fibers, fiberglass, or unique polymer blends, designed for highly specialized applications. These belts are often required in environments demanding specific properties like extreme heat resistance, chemical inertness, flame retardancy, or enhanced strength-to-weight ratios not achievable with conventional reinforcements. Importers are typically niche industrial sectors, high-tech manufacturing facilities, or specialized engineering firms. Exporters are often manufacturers with advanced material science capabilities, offering custom-engineered solutions. Key trade considerations involve the specific 'other' reinforcement material, performance characteristics under extreme conditions, and compliance with specialized industry standards or certifications.
What products fall under HS code 401019?
Aramid-reinforced conveyor belt, fiberglass-reinforced conveyor belt, high-temperature conveyor belting, chemical-resistant conveyor belt, specialized composite conveyor belting, flame-retardant conveyor belt, impact-resistant conveyor belt (non-metal/textile)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401019?
This code can be confused with 401011 (metal-reinforced) or 401012 (textile-reinforced) if the specific 'other' reinforcement is not clearly identified. It's the 'other than metal only or textile materials only' that defines it.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401019?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401019 in UN Comtrade data were China ($83M, 23% of world exports), the United States ($43M) and Italy ($34M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 401019?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401019 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($65M, 13% of world imports), Indonesia ($26M) and Italy ($26M). World imports came to about $497M, 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 401019 structured?
HS code 401019 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401019?
In Brazil, HS code 401019 is NCM 4010.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.