HS Code for Rubberized textile

Rubberized textile fabrics are classified under HS code 590699 when they consist of textile fabrics (other than knitted or crocheted) that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with rubber. This classification falls under Chapter 59, which is dedicated to impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated textile fabrics and textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use. Heading 5906 specifically covers rubberized textile fabrics, excluding those used for tire cords (5902) or adhesive tapes (590610). The subheading 590699 serves as a catch-all for rubberized textiles that are not knitted or crocheted and do not fall into the more specific categories. To be classified here, the rubber must be the primary coating material, and the textile must provide the necessary tensile strength. This classification is often applied to industrial-grade materials used in the manufacturing of protective gear, heavy-duty tarps, and specialized gaskets where the fabric is woven or non-woven.

Products Included

• Rubber-coated woven nylon for tarpaulins
• Neoprene-coated polyester fabric
• Vulcanized rubber-impregnated cotton canvas
• Rubber-laminated non-woven fabrics
• Industrial waterproofed woven textiles

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification is 590310, which applies to textile fabrics coated with PVC or other plastics instead of rubber. Another is 400821, which covers plates or sheets of non-cellular vulcanized rubber that do not have a textile component. It is also distinct from 590210, which is reserved specifically for tire cord fabric.

FAQ

What is the HS code for rubberized textile?

The HS code for rubberized textile fabrics that are not knitted, crocheted, or adhesive is 590699.

How do I distinguish between rubberized and plastic-coated textile?

Classification depends on the chemical composition of the coating; rubberized textiles (5906) use vulcanized or synthetic rubber, while plastic-coated textiles (5903) use polymers like PVC or PU.