Product classification
HS code for Rubber hose: 4009.31
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings.
Classification of rubber hose under HS 4009.31
Rubber hoses reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings, are classified under HS code 4009.31. Heading 4009 covers tubes, pipes, and hoses of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. The subheadings within 4009 are organized by the type of reinforcement used (e.g., metal, textile, or other materials) and whether the product is equipped with fittings. Subheading 4009.31 specifically identifies hoses that use textile fibers, yarns, or fabrics as reinforcement to provide pressure resistance and structural integrity. The 'without fittings' designation means the hose is typically sold in bulk rolls or cut lengths without attached couplings, nozzles, or connectors. The rubber component must be vulcanized, and the reinforcement must be exclusively textile-based to meet the criteria for this specific code. This classification is vital for industrial, automotive, and agricultural sectors where fluid and gas transfer is required under varying pressures.
- Covers
- Textile-reinforced garden hoses without nozzles
- Industrial air hoses reinforced with nylon or polyester cord
- Automotive coolant hoses with textile braiding
- Fuel hoses reinforced with textile yarn
- Hydraulic hoses using textile reinforcement layers
- Also under 4009.31
- Gates Green Stripe Radiator Hose
- Parker 301SN Hydraulic Hose (bulk)
- Continental ContiTech Textile Reinforced Hose
- Eaton Synflex 3000 Series (bulk)
Codes often confused with 4009.31
Common mistake. Hoses are often misclassified under 4009.11 if the reinforcement is overlooked, or under 4009.32 if they are imported with fittings already attached. If the hose is reinforced with metal wire or mesh, it must be classified under 4009.21 (without fittings) or 4009.22 (with fittings). Furthermore, hoses made of plastics (such as pure PVC without rubber) are classified under heading 3917. It is essential to verify both the reinforcement material and the presence of end-fittings before selecting the code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 400931 (the code used for rubber hose), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 400931 (the code used for rubber hose) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 400931, not only rubber hose.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $312M 13% of world exports
- 2 United States $288M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $258M 11% of world exports
World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $476M 19% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $258M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $166M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 hose
Brazil classifies rubber hose under NCM 4009.31.00: HS 4009.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rubber hose
What is the HS code for Rubber hose?
The HS code for Rubber hose is 400931 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings).
How do I classify Rubber hose for customs?
Rubber hose is classified under HS code 400931 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, without fittings. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for textile-reinforced rubber hose?
The HS code for vulcanized rubber hose reinforced with textile materials and without fittings is 4009.31.
What if the hose has metal connectors?
If the textile-reinforced rubber hose has fittings attached, it should be classified under HS code 4009.32.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber hose (HS 400931)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 400931 (the code used for rubber hose) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($312M, 13% of world exports), the United States ($288M) and China ($258M). World exports came to about $2.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of rubber hose (HS 400931)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 400931 (the code used for rubber hose) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($476M, 19% of world imports), Mexico ($258M) and Germany ($166M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 hose the same in all countries?
The base HS code 400931 for Rubber hose 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 hose in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber hose (HS 400931) is classified under NCM 4009.31.00.