HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4015.90 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts)
HS code 4015.90 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts). It is used for rubber raincoats, diving suits, protective aprons, rubber belts and rubberized waders.
What HS 4015.90 covers
This HS code covers vulcanised rubber articles of apparel and clothing accessories, excluding gloves, mittens, and mitts (which fall under 40151x). This diverse category includes items like rubber raincoats, diving suits, protective aprons, rubber belts, and certain footwear components or specialized protective gear. International trade is driven by niche markets in sports, industrial safety, fashion, and outdoor activities. Importers range from specialized sports retailers and industrial safety equipment suppliers to fashion brands and distributors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced rubber processing industries and manufacturing capabilities for specialized textiles and apparel. Key considerations for traders include material flexibility, waterproofing, durability, comfort, and compliance with safety standards for protective wear. The EUDR tag is relevant for products made with natural rubber, requiring supply chain transparency to ensure the rubber is sourced without contributing to deforestation, a critical factor for ethical and sustainable trade practices.
- Covers
- Rubber raincoats
- Diving suits
- Protective aprons
- Rubber belts
- Rubberized waders
- Specialized protective clothing
- Rubber shoe covers
- Examples
- O'Neill Wetsuits
- Helly Hansen Rainwear
- Tingley Rubber Aprons
- Scubapro Diving Suits
- Hunter Rubber Boots (components)
Codes often confused with 4015.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 611300 (garments, knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with rubber) or 6210 (garments, not knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with rubber) if the rubber is merely a coating on a textile. 401590 implies the article is predominantly or entirely of vulcanised rubber.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401590 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 46% 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 $74M 21% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$36M 9.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $31M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $358M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $563M 46% of world imports
- 2 Spain $105M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Italy $85M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 4015.90
Brazil does not split HS 4015.90: its NCM code is 4015.90.00.
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 4015.90
What is HS code 401590?
HS code 401590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts). This HS code covers vulcanised rubber articles of apparel and clothing accessories, excluding gloves, mittens, and mitts (which fall under 40151x). This diverse category includes items like rubber raincoats, diving suits, protective aprons, rubber belts, and certain footwear components or specialized protective gear. International trade is driven by niche markets in sports, industrial safety, fashion, and outdoor activities. Importers range from specialized sports retailers and industrial safety equipment suppliers to fashion brands and distributors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced rubber processing industries and manufacturing capabilities for specialized textiles and apparel. Key considerations for traders include material flexibility, waterproofing, durability, comfort, and compliance with safety standards for protective wear. The EUDR tag is relevant for products made with natural rubber, requiring supply chain transparency to ensure the rubber is sourced without contributing to deforestation, a critical factor for ethical and sustainable trade practices.
What products fall under HS code 401590?
Rubber raincoats, diving suits, protective aprons, rubber belts, rubberized waders, specialized protective clothing, rubber shoe covers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401590?
This code can be confused with 611300 (garments, knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with rubber) or 6210 (garments, not knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with rubber) if the rubber is merely a coating on a textile. 401590 implies the article is predominantly or entirely of vulcanised rubber.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($74M, 21% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $36M) and the United States ($31M). World exports came to about $358M, 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 401590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401590 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($563M, 46% of world imports), Spain ($105M) and Italy ($85M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 401590 structured?
HS code 401590 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401590?
In Brazil, HS code 401590 is NCM 4015.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.