Product classification
HS code for Rubber conveyor belt: 4010.19
Rubber, vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only).
Classification of rubber conveyor belt under HS 4010.19
Rubber conveyor belts are classified under HS code 401019 when they are reinforced with materials other than just metal or just textile. This classification falls under Chapter 40, which covers rubber and rubber articles. Heading 4010 is dedicated to conveyor or transmission belts of vulcanized rubber. The subheadings under 401011 through 401019 are specifically for conveyor belts, which are defined by their function of transporting goods or materials. The code 401019 is a residual category for belts that do not fit the specific reinforcement criteria of 401011 (reinforced only with metal) or 401012 (reinforced only with textile materials). This includes belts reinforced with a combination of materials, such as both metal and textile, or those using advanced materials like aramid, glass fiber, or specialized synthetic polymers. The classification is essential for heavy industries like mining, quarrying, and large-scale manufacturing where conveyor systems are a primary component of the infrastructure. Proper classification requires knowledge of the internal reinforcement structure of the belt, as the external appearance is often identical across different HS codes.
- Covers
- Multi-ply rubber conveyor belts with composite reinforcement
- Aramid-reinforced rubber conveyor belting
- Glass fiber reinforced rubber belts for high-temperature conveying
- Heavy-duty rubber belts for mining with mixed material cores
- Endless conveyor belts of vulcanized rubber n.e.c.
- Also under 4010.19
- Trelleborg Specialized Conveyor Belts
- Chiorino Composite Belts
- Esbelt High-Performance Belts
- Fenner Dunlop X-Flex
Codes often confused with 4010.19
Common mistake. The most common error is misclassifying these belts under 401011 (metal only) or 401012 (textile only). Customs authorities often require a cross-sectional analysis or technical data sheet to prove the reinforcement type. Another common mistake is confusing conveyor belts with transmission belts (401031-401039). Transmission belts are used to drive machinery and transmit power, whereas conveyor belts are used to move objects from one point to another. Finally, if the belt is made of plastics (like a modular plastic belt), it must be classified under 392690 or 3921, not 4010.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401019 (the code used for rubber conveyor belt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401019 (the code used for rubber conveyor belt) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 401019, not only rubber conveyor belt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $83M 23% of world exports
- 2 United States $43M 12% of world exports
- 3 Italy $34M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $65M 13% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $26M 5.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $26M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $497M 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 conveyor belt
Brazil classifies rubber conveyor belt under NCM 4010.19.00: HS 4010.19 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 conveyor belt
What is the HS code for Rubber conveyor belt?
The HS code for Rubber conveyor belt is 401019 (Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only)). The HS code for rubber conveyor belts reinforced with materials other than solely metal or textile is 401019.
How do I classify Rubber conveyor belt for customs?
Rubber conveyor belt is classified under HS code 401019 — Rubber; vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 401012 and 401019?
Use 401012 if the belt is reinforced *only* with textile materials. If it contains any other reinforcement (like aramid or a mix of metal and textile), use 401019.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber conveyor belt (HS 401019)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401019 (the code used for rubber conveyor belt) in UN Comtrade data were China ($83M, 23% of world exports), the United States ($43M) and Italy ($34M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 conveyor belt (HS 401019)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401019 (the code used for rubber conveyor belt) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($65M, 13% of world imports), Indonesia ($26M) and Italy ($26M). World imports came to about $497M, 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 conveyor belt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401019 for Rubber conveyor belt 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 conveyor belt in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber conveyor belt (HS 401019) is classified under NCM 4010.19.00.