Product classification
HS code for Rubber condoms: 4014.10
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), sheath contraceptives.
Classification of rubber condoms under HS 4014.10
Rubber condoms are classified under HS code 4014.10 because they are finished hygienic or pharmaceutical articles made of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, the classification is determined by the specific nomenclature of heading 4014, which covers articles intended for hygienic or medical purposes. Subheading 4014.10 is a specific provision for sheath contraceptives. The material composition is critical; these items are typically manufactured from natural rubber latex or synthetic rubber that has undergone vulcanisation to ensure elasticity, tensile strength, and durability. Because the product is a specialized medical device, it is excluded from general rubber headings like 4008 (plates/sheets) or 4016 (other articles) and is instead placed in this high-specificity category to facilitate international trade monitoring and health regulation compliance.
- Covers
- Natural rubber latex male condoms
- Synthetic rubber (polyisoprene) male condoms
- Rubber-based female condoms
- Textured or ribbed vulcanised rubber sheath contraceptives
- Lubricated or medicated rubber condoms (where the rubber provides the essential character)
- Also under 4014.10
- Durex
- Trojan
- Lifestyles
- Okamoto
- Skyn
Codes often confused with 4014.10
Common mistake. Rubber condoms are frequently confused with HS code 3006.70, which covers chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones or spermicides. However, if the contraceptive is a physical barrier made of rubber, 4014.10 takes precedence. Another common error is using 4016.99 for general rubber articles; this is incorrect because 4014.10 is a more specific description. Additionally, non-rubber condoms, such as those made from polyurethane (a plastic), should be classified under Chapter 39 (specifically 3926.90) rather than Chapter 40.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401410 (the code used for rubber condoms), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401410 (the code used for rubber condoms) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 401410, not only rubber condoms.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $283M 38% of world exports
- 2 China $83M 11% of world exports
- 3 India $83M 11% of world exports
World total: $751M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $128M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $71M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $47M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $911M 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 rubber condoms
Brazil classifies rubber condoms under NCM 4014.10.00: HS 4014.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rubber condoms
What is the HS code for Rubber condoms?
The HS code for Rubber condoms is 401410 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), sheath contraceptives). The international HS code for rubber condoms is 4014.10, which specifically covers sheath contraceptives made of vulcanised rubber.
How do I classify Rubber condoms for customs?
Rubber condoms is classified under HS code 401410 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), sheath contraceptives. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic condoms classified under the same code?
No, condoms made of plastic materials like polyurethane are classified under HS code 3926.90, as Chapter 40 is strictly reserved for rubber products.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber condoms (HS 401410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401410 (the code used for rubber condoms) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($283M, 38% of world exports), China ($83M) and India ($83M). World exports came to about $751M, 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 condoms (HS 401410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401410 (the code used for rubber condoms) in UN Comtrade data were China ($128M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($71M) and Germany ($47M). World imports came to about $911M, 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 condoms the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401410 for Rubber condoms 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 condoms in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber condoms (HS 401410) is classified under NCM 4014.10.00.