Product classification
HS code for Rubber apparel: 4015.90
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts).
Classification of rubber apparel under HS 4015.90
Rubber apparel is classified under HS code 4015.90, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories for any purpose, made of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. Chapter 40 of the Harmonized System deals with rubber and articles thereof. Heading 4015 is specific to apparel and clothing accessories. The classification under 4015.90 is a residual category for items that are not gloves, mittens, or mitts (which fall under 4015.11 and 4015.19). To qualify for this code, the garment must be made primarily of vulcanized rubber. This is distinct from rubberized textile fabrics, where the textile provides the primary structure. If the article is made of sheets of rubber, it belongs here. This classification follows GRI 1 and the specific notes of Chapter 40, which prioritize the material composition of the finished article.
- Covers
- Vulcanized rubber aprons for industrial or laboratory use
- Full-body rubber suits (e.g., specialized diving or exposure suits made of solid rubber)
- Rubberized protective capes and ponchos (non-textile based)
- Rubber belts used as clothing accessories
- Rubber bibs for infants
- Also under 4015.90
- O'Neill Wetsuits
- Helly Hansen Rainwear
- Tingley Rubber Aprons
- Scubapro Diving Suits
- Hunter Rubber Boots (components)
Codes often confused with 4015.90
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying rubberized textile garments under this code. If a garment is made of a textile fabric that has been coated or impregnated with rubber, it should be classified in Chapter 61 (knitted) or Chapter 62 (woven), specifically under headings like 6113 or 6210. HS code 4015.90 is strictly for garments where the rubber itself forms the structure. Additionally, rubber footwear is excluded from this code and must be classified in Chapter 64.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401590 (the code used for rubber apparel), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401590 (the code used for rubber apparel) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 46% 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 401590, not only rubber apparel.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $74M 21% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$36M 9.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $31M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $358M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $563M 46% of world imports
- 2 Spain $105M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Italy $85M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 rubber apparel
Brazil classifies rubber apparel under NCM 4015.90.00: HS 4015.90 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 rubber apparel
What is the HS code for Rubber apparel?
The HS code for Rubber apparel is 401590 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts)). The HS code for rubber apparel (excluding gloves) is 4015.90, covering articles of apparel and clothing accessories of vulcanized rubber.
How do I classify Rubber apparel for customs?
Rubber apparel is classified under HS code 401590 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are wet suits classified under 4015.90?
It depends on the construction. If the wet suit is made of cellular rubber with no textile backing, it falls under 4015.90. However, most modern neoprene wet suits with textile linings are classified under 6210 or 6113.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber apparel (HS 401590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401590 (the code used for rubber apparel) in UN Comtrade data were China ($74M, 21% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $36M) and the United States ($31M). World exports came to about $358M, 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 rubber apparel (HS 401590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401590 (the code used for rubber apparel) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($563M, 46% of world imports), Spain ($105M) and Italy ($85M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Rubber apparel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401590 for Rubber apparel 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 rubber apparel in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber apparel (HS 401590) is classified under NCM 4015.90.00.