HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4010.36 – Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 150 cm but not exceeding 198 cm
HS code 4010.36 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 150 cm but not exceeding 198 cm. It is used for large industrial timing belts, heavy-duty synchronous belts, conveyor timing belts, material handling system belts and printing press timing belts.
What HS 4010.36 covers
This category encompasses larger synchronous belts, crucial for heavy-duty industrial applications where precise timing and robust power transmission are paramount. These belts are commonly found in large-scale manufacturing equipment, material handling systems, and certain agricultural machinery. The international trade landscape for these specialized components is characterized by demand from industrial powerhouses and developing economies investing in infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities. Major importers include countries with extensive heavy industries, such as the USA, China, Germany, and India, which require these belts for both new machinery installations and ongoing maintenance. Exporters are typically nations with advanced rubber manufacturing and engineering expertise. Key trade considerations involve the belt's tensile strength, resistance to environmental factors (e.g., chemicals, extreme temperatures), and adherence to strict quality control standards to ensure reliability and prevent costly operational failures in critical machinery.
- Covers
- Large industrial timing belts
- Heavy-duty synchronous belts
- Conveyor timing belts
- Material handling system belts
- Printing press timing belts
- Woodworking machine belts
- Packaging line synchronous belts
- Examples
- Gates Poly Chain GT Carbon
- Continental ContiTech Falcon Pd
- Bando Mega Torque GII
- Optibelt OMEGA HL
Codes often confused with 4010.36
Common mistake. This code can be mistaken for 401035 (smaller synchronous belts) or 401039 (other transmission belts), as the specific circumference range is the defining characteristic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401036, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401036 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 $19M 22% of world exports
- 2 Japan $12M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $12M 14% of world exports
World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $15M 19% of world imports
- 2 Poland $5.4M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.2M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $80M 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 4010.36
Brazil does not split HS 4010.36: its NCM code is 4010.36.00.
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 4010.36
What is HS code 401036?
HS code 401036 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised, endless synchronous belts, of an outside circumference exceeding 150 cm but not exceeding 198 cm. This category encompasses larger synchronous belts, crucial for heavy-duty industrial applications where precise timing and robust power transmission are paramount. These belts are commonly found in large-scale manufacturing equipment, material handling systems, and certain agricultural machinery. The international trade landscape for these specialized components is characterized by demand from industrial powerhouses and developing economies investing in infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities. Major importers include countries with extensive heavy industries, such as the USA, China, Germany, and India, which require these belts for both new machinery installations and ongoing maintenance. Exporters are typically nations with advanced rubber manufacturing and engineering expertise. Key trade considerations involve the belt's tensile strength, resistance to environmental factors (e.g., chemicals, extreme temperatures), and adherence to strict quality control standards to ensure reliability and prevent costly operational failures in critical machinery.
What products fall under HS code 401036?
Large industrial timing belts, Heavy-duty synchronous belts, Conveyor timing belts, Material handling system belts, Printing press timing belts, Woodworking machine belts, Packaging line synchronous belts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401036?
This code can be mistaken for 401035 (smaller synchronous belts) or 401039 (other transmission belts), as the specific circumference range is the defining characteristic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401036?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401036 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($19M, 22% of world exports), Japan ($12M) and Italy ($12M). World exports came to about $84M, 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 401036?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401036 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($15M, 19% of world imports), Poland ($5.4M) and Germany ($5.2M). World imports came to about $80M, 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 401036 structured?
HS code 401036 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 (36) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401036?
In Brazil, HS code 401036 is NCM 4010.36.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.