HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4015.19 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves
HS code 4015.19 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves. It is used for household cleaning gloves, industrial safety gloves, laboratory gloves (non-medical), gardening gloves and dishwashing gloves.
What HS 4015.19 covers
This HS code covers a wide array of vulcanised rubber gloves, mittens, and mitts, excluding those specifically for medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary use (401512). This category includes household cleaning gloves, industrial safety gloves, laboratory gloves (non-medical), gardening gloves, and general-purpose utility gloves. International trade is driven by consumer demand for household products, industrial safety regulations, and various professional applications. Major importers include retail chains, industrial suppliers, and distributors catering to diverse sectors. Exporters are typically countries with robust rubber manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging both natural and synthetic rubber resources. Key considerations for traders involve durability, chemical resistance, grip, comfort, and specific industry certifications. The EUDR tag indicates that if natural rubber is used, its sourcing must comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation, requiring due diligence to ensure sustainable and deforestation-free supply chains, impacting manufacturers and importers alike.
- Covers
- Household cleaning gloves
- Industrial safety gloves
- Laboratory gloves (non-medical)
- Gardening gloves
- Dishwashing gloves
- Chemical-resistant gloves
- General-purpose utility gloves
- Examples
Playtex Living Gloves, Ansell HyFlex, Mapa Professional, Kimberly-Clark Kimtech, Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Gloves
Codes often confused with 4015.19
Common mistake. This code is distinguished from 401512 (medical gloves) by its non-medical application. Misclassification can occur if the specific use case of the glove is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect duties or regulatory compliance issues.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401519 in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 Malaysia $981M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $779M 21% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $556M 15% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $920M 21% of world imports
- 2 Japan $369M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $227M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 4015.19
Brazil does not split HS 4015.19: its NCM code is 4015.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.15 →
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 4015.19
What is HS code 401519?
HS code 401519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves. This HS code covers a wide array of vulcanised rubber gloves, mittens, and mitts, excluding those specifically for medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary use (401512). This category includes household cleaning gloves, industrial safety gloves, laboratory gloves (non-medical), gardening gloves, and general-purpose utility gloves. International trade is driven by consumer demand for household products, industrial safety regulations, and various professional applications. Major importers include retail chains, industrial suppliers, and distributors catering to diverse sectors. Exporters are typically countries with robust rubber manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging both natural and synthetic rubber resources. Key considerations for traders involve durability, chemical resistance, grip, comfort, and specific industry certifications. The EUDR tag indicates that if natural rubber is used, its sourcing must comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation, requiring due diligence to ensure sustainable and deforestation-free supply chains, impacting manufacturers and importers alike.
What products fall under HS code 401519?
Household cleaning gloves, industrial safety gloves, laboratory gloves (non-medical), gardening gloves, dishwashing gloves, chemical-resistant gloves, general-purpose utility gloves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401519?
This code is distinguished from 401512 (medical gloves) by its non-medical application. Misclassification can occur if the specific use case of the glove is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect duties or regulatory compliance issues.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401519 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($981M, 27% of world exports), China ($779M) and Thailand ($556M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 401519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401519 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($920M, 21% of world imports), Japan ($369M) and Germany ($227M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 401519 structured?
HS code 401519 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) 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 401519?
In Brazil, HS code 401519 is NCM 4015.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.