HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4016.92 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber
HS code 4016.92 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber. It is used for pencil erasers, art gum erasers, kneaded erasers, block erasers and cap erasers.
What HS 4016.92 covers
This HS code specifically covers erasers made from non-cellular (solid) vulcanised rubber. These ubiquitous stationery items are essential in educational institutions, offices, and art studios worldwide. The international trade in erasers is driven by consistent demand from schools, businesses, and individual consumers. Major importers include stationery distributors, retail chains, and educational supply companies. Exporters are typically countries with established rubber processing industries and efficient manufacturing capabilities for small consumer goods. Key considerations for traders include material quality (e.g., smudge-free properties), durability, design, and packaging. While seemingly simple, the market for erasers can be influenced by educational trends, environmental concerns (e.g., PVC-free options), and brand recognition. The EUDR tag, if natural rubber is used, implies the need for due diligence to ensure the rubber is sourced responsibly and does not contribute to deforestation, even for small consumer items.
- Covers
- Pencil erasers
- Art gum erasers
- Kneaded erasers
- Block erasers
- Cap erasers
- Novelty erasers
- Drafting erasers
- Examples
- Staedtler Mars Plastic
- Faber-Castell Eraser
- Pentel Hi-Polymer
- Paper Mate Pink Pearl
- Tombow Mono Eraser
Codes often confused with 4016.92
Common mistake. This code is specific to erasers of non-cellular rubber. It could be confused with erasers made of other materials (e.g., plastic) which would fall under different chapters, or with other small rubber articles in 401699 if not clearly identified as an eraser.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401692, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401692 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.1% 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 $150M 70% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $7.7M 3.6% of world exports
- 3 Spain $6.8M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $215M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $9.2M 6.1% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $9.0M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 United States $7.5M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $150M 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 4016.92
Brazil does not split HS 4016.92: its NCM code is 4016.92.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.16 →
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 4016.92
What is HS code 401692?
HS code 401692 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), erasers, of non-cellular rubber. This HS code specifically covers erasers made from non-cellular (solid) vulcanised rubber. These ubiquitous stationery items are essential in educational institutions, offices, and art studios worldwide. The international trade in erasers is driven by consistent demand from schools, businesses, and individual consumers. Major importers include stationery distributors, retail chains, and educational supply companies. Exporters are typically countries with established rubber processing industries and efficient manufacturing capabilities for small consumer goods. Key considerations for traders include material quality (e.g., smudge-free properties), durability, design, and packaging. While seemingly simple, the market for erasers can be influenced by educational trends, environmental concerns (e.g., PVC-free options), and brand recognition. The EUDR tag, if natural rubber is used, implies the need for due diligence to ensure the rubber is sourced responsibly and does not contribute to deforestation, even for small consumer items.
What products fall under HS code 401692?
Pencil erasers, art gum erasers, kneaded erasers, block erasers, cap erasers, novelty erasers, drafting erasers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401692?
This code is specific to erasers of non-cellular rubber. It could be confused with erasers made of other materials (e.g., plastic) which would fall under different chapters, or with other small rubber articles in 401699 if not clearly identified as an eraser.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401692?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401692 in UN Comtrade data were China ($150M, 70% of world exports), the Netherlands ($7.7M) and Spain ($6.8M). World exports came to about $215M, 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 401692?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401692 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($9.2M, 6.1% of world imports), Mexico ($9.0M) and the United States ($7.5M). World imports came to about $150M, 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 401692 structured?
HS code 401692 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401692?
In Brazil, HS code 401692 is NCM 4016.92.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.