Product classification
HS code for Rubber mats: 4016.10
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber.
Classification of rubber mats under HS 4016.10
The classification of rubber mats under HS code 4016.10 is primarily driven by the physical state of the rubber used and the manufacturing process. Heading 4016 covers other articles of vulcanized rubber (excluding hard rubber) that are not specified in previous headings of Chapter 40. Subheading 4016.10 is specifically designated for articles made of cellular rubber. Cellular rubber, often referred to as sponge or foam rubber, contains open or closed cells throughout its mass, making it lighter and more compressible than solid rubber. For a mat to be classified here, it must either be moulded into its final shape or cut into a non-rectangular shape from a larger sheet of cellular rubber. This classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the material description provided in the heading and subheading text.
- Covers
- Anti-fatigue foam mats for industrial workstations
- Sponge rubber bath mats with non-slip textures
- Moulded cellular rubber floor protectors
- Custom-cut foam padding used as floor covering
- Yoga mats made of vulcanized cellular rubber
- Also under 4016.10
- Notrax Anti-Fatigue Mats
- Rubber-Cal Gym Mats
- Gorilla Mats
- WeatherTech FloorLiner (rubber components)
- Manduka Yoga Mats
Codes often confused with 4016.10
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 4016.91, which covers floor coverings and mats of solid (non-cellular) vulcanized rubber. Another common error is using 5705.00, which is for textile-based mats. If the mat is made of plastic foam rather than rubber, it should be classified in Chapter 39, specifically under heading 3921. Furthermore, if the mat is a simple rectangular sheet of cellular rubber not further worked, it might be classified under 4008.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401610 (the code used for rubber mats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401610 (the code used for rubber mats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 401610, not only rubber mats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $296M 29% of world exports
- 2 United States $112M 11% of world exports
- 3 Canada $76M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $279M 25% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $57M 5.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $54M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 mats
Brazil splits HS 4016.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4016.10.10Cellular rubber parts for vehicles and machines
- 4016.10.90Other articles of cellular rubber
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 mats
What is the HS code for Rubber mats?
The HS code for Rubber mats is 401610 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber). The HS code for mats made of cellular vulcanized rubber that are moulded or non-rectangular is 4016.10. Solid rubber mats are 4016.91.
How do I classify Rubber mats for customs?
Rubber mats is classified under HS code 401610 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), moulded rubber mats and mats of non-rectangular shape made by cutting from the piece, of cellular rubber. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the mat has a textile surface?
If the textile surface provides the essential character (e.g., a carpet-like feel), it may be classified under Chapter 57. However, if the cellular rubber base is the dominant component for function, 4016.10 is often maintained.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber mats (HS 401610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401610 (the code used for rubber mats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($296M, 29% of world exports), the United States ($112M) and Canada ($76M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 mats (HS 401610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401610 (the code used for rubber mats) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($279M, 25% of world imports), Mexico ($57M) and Germany ($54M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 mats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401610 for Rubber mats 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 mats in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 401610 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for rubber mats depends on the product's details: 4016.10.10 (Cellular rubber parts for vehicles and machines), 4016.10.90 (Other articles of cellular rubber).