Product classification
HS code for Covered rubber thread: 5604.10
Rubber thread and cord, textile covered.
Classification of covered rubber thread under HS 5604.10
The classification of covered rubber thread under HS code 560410 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, which dictate that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 56 covers special yarns and textile products, and heading 5604 specifically includes rubber thread and cord, textile covered. This product consists of a core of vulcanized rubber that is encased in a textile sheath, usually through a process of braiding or gimping. The presence of the textile covering is the defining characteristic that moves the product from Chapter 40 (Rubber) to Chapter 56 (Textiles). According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, the textile covering must be substantial and not merely a light coating of dust or powder. This classification is essential for ensuring that elasticated materials used in the manufacturing of apparel, such as waistbands or cuffs, are correctly identified for duty and regulatory purposes. The technical specifications often involve measuring the diameter of the rubber core and the density of the textile wrap to confirm it meets the criteria for 560410. Furthermore, the rubber must be vulcanized; unvulcanized rubber products are classified elsewhere. This code facilitates the global trade of elastic components by providing a uniform category for these composite materials.
- Covers
- Vulcanized rubber thread with a braided textile covering
- Gimped elastic yarn with a rubber core
- Textile-covered rubber cord for industrial use
- Elastic threads used in garment manufacturing with textile sheathing
- Also under 5604.10
- Prym (elastic components)
- Stretchline (elastic narrow fabrics)
- Fulflex (rubber thread)
- Nilit (specialty yarns, some elastic)
Codes often confused with 5604.10
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these products under HS code 400700, which covers vulcanized rubber thread and cord that is not covered with textile material. The distinction lies entirely in the presence of the textile outer layer. Another common misclassification is HS code 560600, which covers gimped yarn; however, if the core is rubber, 560410 takes precedence as a more specific heading. Importers must verify the core material and the nature of the covering to avoid these errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 560410 (the code used for covered rubber thread), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560410 (the code used for covered rubber thread) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 14% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 560410, not only covered rubber thread.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $362M 78% of world exports
- 2 Sri Lanka $11M 2.3% of world exports
- 3 Germany $9.3M 2.0% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $466M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$42M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Cambodia* ~$23M 7.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$14M 4.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $297M 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 covered rubber thread
Brazil classifies covered rubber thread under NCM 5604.10.00: HS 5604.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about covered rubber thread
What is the HS code for Covered rubber thread?
The HS code for Covered rubber thread is 560410 (Rubber thread and cord; textile covered). The specific HS code for rubber thread and cord that is covered with textile material is 560410.
How do I classify Covered rubber thread for customs?
Covered rubber thread is classified under HS code 560410 — Rubber thread and cord; textile covered. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does 560410 differ from 400700?
HS code 400700 is for bare vulcanized rubber thread, whereas 560410 is for rubber thread that has been structurally covered or wrapped with textile fibers.
Which countries are the top exporters of covered rubber thread (HS 560410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560410 (the code used for covered rubber thread) in UN Comtrade data were China ($362M, 78% of world exports), Sri Lanka ($11M) and Germany ($9.3M). World exports came to about $466M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of covered rubber thread (HS 560410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 560410 (the code used for covered rubber thread) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $42M, 14% of world imports), Cambodia (about $23M) and Bangladesh (about $14M). World imports came to about $297M, 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 Covered rubber thread the same in all countries?
The base HS code 560410 for Covered rubber thread 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 covered rubber thread in Brazil?
In Brazil, covered rubber thread (HS 560410) is classified under NCM 5604.10.00.