Product classification
HS code for Rubber products: 4016.99
Rubber, vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber.
Classification of rubber products under HS 4016.99
HS code 4016.99 is a residual classification within the Harmonized System that covers articles of vulcanized rubber, other than hard rubber, which are not specifically mentioned in other headings of Chapter 40. This code is essential for importers and exporters because it acts as a catch-all category for a wide variety of industrial and consumer goods. To be classified here, the product must be made of non-cellular rubber. Cellular rubber, which contains open or closed cells (like foam), is classified under 4016.10. Furthermore, the rubber must be vulcanized, a chemical process that involves heating rubber with sulfur or other accelerators to enhance its durability, elasticity, and resistance to temperature changes. If the rubber is unvulcanized, it would typically fall under heading 4005 or 4006. This classification requires careful attention to the technical specifications of the material, as the presence of hard rubber (ebonite) would shift the classification to heading 4017.
- Covers
- Rubber gaskets and seals for non-mechanical applications
- Rubber floor mats and anti-fatigue mats for vehicles
- Rubber mudguards and fenders for automotive use
- Rubber stoppers, caps, and lids for containers
- Vibration dampeners and engine mounts for machinery
- Inflatable rubber cushions (non-medical)
- Rubber erasers and small stationery items
- Also under 4016.99
- Gates industrial hoses (rubber components)
- SKF rubber seals
- Continental rubber belts
- Michelin rubber components (non-tire)
Codes often confused with 4016.99
Common mistake. A frequent error involves confusing 4016.99 with 4016.93, which specifically covers gaskets, washers, and other seals. If a product is clearly a seal, 4016.93 takes precedence. Another common mistake is using 4016.99 for plastic items, which belong in Chapter 39 (specifically 3926.90). Distinguishing between rubber and plastic can be difficult without lab testing, but rubber generally exhibits higher elasticity and recovery. Additionally, hard rubber products are often incorrectly placed here instead of 4017.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401699 (the code used for rubber products), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401699 (the code used for rubber products) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 401699, not only rubber products.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $2.6B 16% of world exports
- 2 China $1.6B 9.7% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.3B 7.8% of world exports
World total: $16.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.1B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 11% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $835M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $16.5B 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 codes for rubber products
Brazil splits HS 4016.99 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4016.99.10EPDM sealing plugs for capacitors
- 4016.99.90Other vulcanised 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 products
What is the HS code for Rubber products?
The HS code for Rubber products is 401699 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber).
How do I classify Rubber products for customs?
Rubber products is classified under HS code 401699 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets?
While general rubber products fall under 4016.99, specific rubber gaskets and seals are classified under HS code 4016.93.
Does this code include foam rubber?
No, foam or cellular rubber products are classified under HS code 4016.10, not 4016.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber products (HS 401699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401699 (the code used for rubber products) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($2.6B, 16% of world exports), China ($1.6B) and the United States ($1.3B). World exports came to about $16.3B, 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 products (HS 401699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401699 (the code used for rubber products) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.1B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and Mexico ($835M). World imports came to about $16.5B, 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 products the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401699 for Rubber products 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 products in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 401699 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for rubber products depends on the product's details: 4016.99.10 (EPDM sealing plugs for capacitors), 4016.99.90 (Other vulcanised rubber articles).