HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5906.10 – Textile fabrics, rubberised; (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm
HS code 5906.10 is the 6-digit subheading for textile fabrics, rubberised, (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm. It is used for electrical insulation tape, medical adhesive tape, automotive wiring harness tape, duct tape (rubberized textile) and friction tape.
What HS 5906.10 covers
This specific HS code focuses on rubberized textile fabrics that are presented as adhesive tapes, with a width not exceeding 20 cm. These tapes are engineered by applying a rubber compound to a textile backing, which is then coated with an adhesive. They are widely utilized across various sectors for their flexibility, insulation properties, and strong adhesion. Common applications include electrical insulation, medical bandages, automotive wiring harnesses, and general-purpose sealing and binding. Major importers are typically manufacturers in the electronics, automotive, medical, and construction industries, as well as wholesale distributors of industrial supplies. Exporters are countries with robust chemical, textile, and adhesive manufacturing capabilities. The trade is driven by industrial production, infrastructure development, and healthcare demands. Key considerations for traders include the type of rubber (e.g., natural, synthetic), the adhesive formulation, the textile backing material, and compliance with specific industry standards for performance and safety.
- Covers
- Electrical insulation tape
- Medical adhesive tape
- Automotive wiring harness tape
- Duct tape (rubberized textile)
- Friction tape
- Athletic tape
- Examples
- 3M Scotch electrical tape
- Johnson & Johnson Band-Aid (some variants)
- Tesa textile tapes
- Nitto Denko automotive tapes
- Shurtape duct tape
Codes often confused with 5906.10
Common mistake. This code is very specific to rubberized textile adhesive tapes not exceeding 20cm in width, differentiating it from broader rubberized fabrics (590691, 590699) and non-adhesive textile tapes (Chapter 58).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 590610, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 590610 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 11% 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 $226M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $148M 18% of world exports
- 3 United States $106M 13% of world exports
World total: $827M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $97M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $83M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United States $71M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $885M 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 5906.10
Brazil does not split HS 5906.10: its NCM code is 5906.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 59.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5906.10
What is HS code 590610?
HS code 590610 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Textile fabrics, rubberised; (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm. This specific HS code focuses on rubberized textile fabrics that are presented as adhesive tapes, with a width not exceeding 20 cm. These tapes are engineered by applying a rubber compound to a textile backing, which is then coated with an adhesive. They are widely utilized across various sectors for their flexibility, insulation properties, and strong adhesion. Common applications include electrical insulation, medical bandages, automotive wiring harnesses, and general-purpose sealing and binding. Major importers are typically manufacturers in the electronics, automotive, medical, and construction industries, as well as wholesale distributors of industrial supplies. Exporters are countries with robust chemical, textile, and adhesive manufacturing capabilities. The trade is driven by industrial production, infrastructure development, and healthcare demands. Key considerations for traders include the type of rubber (e.g., natural, synthetic), the adhesive formulation, the textile backing material, and compliance with specific industry standards for performance and safety.
What products fall under HS code 590610?
Electrical insulation tape, Medical adhesive tape, Automotive wiring harness tape, Duct tape (rubberized textile), Friction tape, Athletic tape
What are common misclassifications for HS code 590610?
This code is very specific to rubberized textile adhesive tapes not exceeding 20cm in width, differentiating it from broader rubberized fabrics (590691, 590699) and non-adhesive textile tapes (Chapter 58).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 590610?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 590610 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($226M, 27% of world exports), China ($148M) and the United States ($106M). World exports came to about $827M, 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 590610?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 590610 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($97M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($83M) and the United States ($71M). World imports came to about $885M, 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 590610 structured?
HS code 590610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (59) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 590610?
In Brazil, HS code 590610 is NCM 5906.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.