Product classification
HS code for Rubber inflatables: 4016.95
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber.
Classification of rubber inflatables under HS 4016.95
Rubber inflatables are classified under HS code 4016.95, which covers inflatable articles made of vulcanized rubber (excluding hard rubber). This classification is driven by the material composition and the functional characteristic of the article being inflatable. According to the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes, heading 4016 includes articles of vulcanized rubber not specified elsewhere in Chapter 40. Subheading 4016.95 is a specific provision for inflatable items. It is important to note that this code excludes inflatable boats and dock fenders, which are classified in Chapter 89. The articles classified here are typically for general utility, medical, or domestic use. The rubber used must be vulcanized; articles made of unvulcanized rubber or plastics would fall under different chapters. The classification process requires verifying that the product does not meet the criteria for toys or sports equipment, which are prioritized in Chapter 95.
- Covers
- Inflatable rubber cushions for seating
- Inflatable rubber mattresses for camping (not for medical use)
- Inflatable rubber pillows
- Inflatable lifting bags used for industrial salvage or recovery
- Inflatable rubber seals and gaskets used in specialized machinery
- Also under 4016.95
- Zodiac inflatable boats (rubber components)
- Intex inflatable pools (rubber parts)
- Goodyear air springs (industrial)
- Dunlop inflatable seals
Codes often confused with 4016.95
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 8903.10, which is reserved for inflatable boats and rafts. Another frequent error involves HS code 9503.00, which covers inflatable toys (such as beach balls or pool floats for children). If the inflatable is intended for sports, it might be incorrectly placed in 9506.62 (inflatable balls). Additionally, if the inflatable mattress is specifically designed for medical use (to prevent bedsores), it may be classified under 9019 or 9404 depending on its construction and primary function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401695 (the code used for rubber inflatables), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401695 (the code used for rubber inflatables) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% 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 401695, not only rubber inflatables.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $225M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $104M 13% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $76M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $824M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $116M 18% of world imports
- 2 United States $54M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 China $52M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $656M 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 codes for rubber inflatables
Brazil splits HS 4016.95 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4016.95.10Inflatable rubber life-saving articles
- 4016.95.90Other inflatable rubber articles
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 inflatables
What is the HS code for Rubber inflatables?
The HS code for Rubber inflatables is 401695 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber). The HS code for general-purpose inflatable articles made of vulcanized rubber is 4016.95.
How do I classify Rubber inflatables for customs?
Rubber inflatables is classified under HS code 401695 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include inflatable boats?
No, inflatable boats are specifically excluded from 4016.95 and must be classified under HS code 8903.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber inflatables (HS 401695)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401695 (the code used for rubber inflatables) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($225M, 27% of world exports), China ($104M) and Türkiye ($76M). World exports came to about $824M, 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 inflatables (HS 401695)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401695 (the code used for rubber inflatables) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($116M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($54M) and China ($52M). World imports came to about $656M, 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 inflatables the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401695 for Rubber inflatables 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 inflatables in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 401695 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for rubber inflatables depends on the product's details: 4016.95.10 (Inflatable rubber life-saving articles), 4016.95.90 (Other inflatable rubber articles).