HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4016.93 – Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber
HS code 4016.93 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber. It is used for O-rings, flat gaskets, shaft seals, hydraulic seals and rubber washers.
What HS 4016.93 covers
This category encompasses a wide array of vulcanised rubber products, specifically gaskets, washers, and other seals, excluding hard rubber and cellular rubber types. These components are vital in virtually every industry, serving to prevent leaks, dampen vibrations, and provide insulation in machinery, vehicles, plumbing systems, and electronic devices. Their trade is driven by global manufacturing demands, with importers being countries with significant industrial production, such as Germany, the USA, and China, requiring these precision-engineered parts for assembly. Exporters are typically nations with robust rubber processing and manufacturing sectors, including China, Germany, and Japan. Key aspects of this trade involve the specific material properties (e.g., resistance to oil, chemicals, or extreme temperatures), precision in manufacturing, and adherence to various industry standards for performance and durability.
- Covers
- O-rings
- Flat gaskets
- Shaft seals
- Hydraulic seals
- Rubber washers
- Flange gaskets
- Custom molded seals
- Oil seals
- Examples
- Parker O-Rings
- Freudenberg Sealing Technologies
- SKF Seals
- John Crane Gaskets
- Garlock Sealing Technologies
Codes often confused with 4016.93
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 401699 (other articles of vulcanised rubber) if the item's specific function as a gasket, washer, or seal is not clearly identified, or with 401610 (floor coverings/mats) if the shape is misinterpreted.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401693, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401693 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 United States $1.8B 13% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.8B 12% of world exports
- 3 China $1.6B 11% of world exports
World total: $14.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.5B 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.7B 11% of world imports
- 3 China $1.1B 7.0% of world imports
World total: $15.8B 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 4016.93
Brazil does not split HS 4016.93: its NCM code is 4016.93.00.
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 4016.93
What is HS code 401693?
HS code 401693 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber. This category encompasses a wide array of vulcanised rubber products, specifically gaskets, washers, and other seals, excluding hard rubber and cellular rubber types. These components are vital in virtually every industry, serving to prevent leaks, dampen vibrations, and provide insulation in machinery, vehicles, plumbing systems, and electronic devices. Their trade is driven by global manufacturing demands, with importers being countries with significant industrial production, such as Germany, the USA, and China, requiring these precision-engineered parts for assembly. Exporters are typically nations with robust rubber processing and manufacturing sectors, including China, Germany, and Japan. Key aspects of this trade involve the specific material properties (e.g., resistance to oil, chemicals, or extreme temperatures), precision in manufacturing, and adherence to various industry standards for performance and durability.
What products fall under HS code 401693?
O-rings, flat gaskets, shaft seals, hydraulic seals, rubber washers, flange gaskets, custom molded seals, oil seals
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401693?
This code is often confused with 401699 (other articles of vulcanised rubber) if the item's specific function as a gasket, washer, or seal is not clearly identified, or with 401610 (floor coverings/mats) if the shape is misinterpreted.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401693?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401693 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 13% of world exports), Germany ($1.8B) and China ($1.6B). World exports came to about $14.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 401693?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401693 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.5B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($1.7B) and China ($1.1B). World imports came to about $15.8B, 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 401693 structured?
HS code 401693 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401693?
In Brazil, HS code 401693 is NCM 4016.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.