Product classification
HS code for Boat fenders: 4016.94
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber.
Classification of boat fenders under HS 4016.94
Boat fenders are protective devices designed to prevent damage to vessels and docks during mooring or contact. They are primarily manufactured from vulcanised rubber, which is a key characteristic for their classification. Chapter 40 of the Harmonized System (HS) covers rubber and articles thereof. Within this chapter, subheading 4016.94 specifically identifies "Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber." This precise description directly encompasses the material composition and intended function of boat fenders, ensuring their accurate placement within this code. The classification reflects their role as essential marine accessories made from a specific type of rubber.
- Covers
- Inflatable boat fenders of vulcanised rubber
- Non-inflatable boat fenders of vulcanised rubber
- Dock fenders made of vulcanised non-cellular rubber
- Marine bumpers and guards of vulcanised rubber
- Corner fenders for docks (if made of vulcanised rubber)
- Also under 4016.94
- Yokohama Pneumatic Fenders
- Trelleborg Marine Fenders
- ShibataFenderTeam Arch Fenders
- Bridgestone Marine Fenders
Codes often confused with 4016.94
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS 3926.90, which covers "Other articles of plastics." If fenders are manufactured from plastic materials rather than vulcanised rubber, they would fall under this plastics heading. The critical distinction for classification under 4016.94 is the primary material composition being vulcanised non-cellular rubber. Another potential confusion might arise with HS 8903, which pertains to "Yachts and other pleasure or sports vessels; rowing boats and canoes." This code is for the vessels themselves, not their accessories like fenders. It is crucial to differentiate between the boat and its protective equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401694 (the code used for boat fenders), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401694 (the code used for boat fenders) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 6.9% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 401694, not only boat fenders.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $90M 41% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $20M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 India $14M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $222M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $17M 6.9% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $13M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 Italy $12M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $239M 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 boat fenders
Brazil classifies boat fenders under NCM 4016.94.00: HS 4016.94 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 boat fenders
What is the HS code for Boat fenders?
The HS code for Boat fenders is 401694 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber). The HS code for boat fenders, specifically those made of vulcanised non-cellular rubber, is 4016.94.
How do I classify Boat fenders for customs?
Boat fenders is classified under HS code 401694 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are inflatable boat fenders classified differently from non-inflatable ones?
No, the HS code 4016.94 explicitly includes "whether or not inflatable" in its description, meaning both inflatable and non-inflatable boat fenders made of vulcanised non-cellular rubber are classified under this same code.
Which countries are the top exporters of boat fenders (HS 401694)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401694 (the code used for boat fenders) in UN Comtrade data were China ($90M, 41% of world exports), Malaysia ($20M) and India ($14M). World exports came to about $222M, 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 boat fenders (HS 401694)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401694 (the code used for boat fenders) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($17M, 6.9% of world imports), Singapore ($13M) and Italy ($12M). World imports came to about $239M, 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.
Is the HS code for Boat fenders the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401694 for Boat fenders is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for boat fenders in Brazil?
In Brazil, boat fenders (HS 401694) is classified under NCM 4016.94.00.