Product classification
HS code for Rubber gloves: 4015.19
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves.
Classification of rubber gloves under HS 4015.19
Rubber gloves, excluding surgical gloves, are classified under HS code 4015.19. Heading 4015 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens, and mitts) for all purposes, made of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. The classification is divided between surgical gloves (4015.11) and 'other' gloves (4015.19). The 'other' category encompasses a vast array of protective and utility gloves used in domestic, industrial, and medical (non-surgical) environments. These products are manufactured through a dipping process using natural rubber latex or synthetic rubber latices like nitrile or neoprene. To be classified here, the gloves must be made of vulcanized rubber. If the gloves are lined with textile flocking or have a thin textile support, they generally remain in 4015 as long as the rubber provides the essential character. However, if the textile component is the primary structure, the classification may shift to Chapter 61 or 62.
- Covers
- Household rubber gloves for cleaning
- Industrial protective gloves for chemical handling
- Disposable nitrile or latex examination gloves
- Reusable heavy-duty rubber work gloves
- Rubber mittens and mitts for specialized protection
- Also under 4015.19
Playtex Living Gloves, Ansell HyFlex, Mapa Professional, Kimberly-Clark Kimtech, Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Gloves
Codes often confused with 4015.19
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 4015.11, which is strictly reserved for surgical gloves that are typically sterile and sold in pairs. Another common error is using 6116.10 for gloves that are knitted and then impregnated or covered with rubber; if the textile fabric is merely a support for the rubber, 4015 is correct, but if the textile is the main component, 6116 is used. Additionally, gloves made of plastic (like polyethylene) are classified under 3926.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401519 (the code used for rubber gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401519 (the code used for rubber gloves) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 401519, not only rubber gloves.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $981M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $779M 21% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $556M 15% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $920M 21% of world imports
- 2 Japan $369M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $227M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 gloves
Brazil classifies rubber gloves under NCM 4015.19.00: HS 4015.19 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 gloves
What is the HS code for Rubber gloves?
The HS code for Rubber gloves is 401519 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves). The HS code for general-purpose vulcanized rubber gloves is 4015.19.
How do I classify Rubber gloves for customs?
Rubber gloves is classified under HS code 401519 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are nitrile disposable gloves classified here?
Yes, disposable nitrile gloves used for examination or general protection are classified under 4015.19, as nitrile is a synthetic rubber.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber gloves (HS 401519)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401519 (the code used for rubber gloves) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($981M, 27% of world exports), China ($779M) and Thailand ($556M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 gloves (HS 401519)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401519 (the code used for rubber gloves) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($920M, 21% of world imports), Japan ($369M) and Germany ($227M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401519 for Rubber gloves 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 gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber gloves (HS 401519) is classified under NCM 4015.19.00.