Product classification
HS code for Transmission belt: 4010.32
Rubber, vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm.
Classification of transmission belt under HS 4010.32
The HS code 4010.32 is assigned to specific types of transmission belts made of vulcanized rubber. To qualify for this code, the belt must meet three specific criteria defined in the Harmonized System: it must have a trapezoidal cross-section (commonly known as a V-belt), it must not be ribbed (unlike V-ribbed belts), and it must have an outside circumference greater than 60 cm but not exceeding 180 cm. Chapter 40 covers rubber and articles thereof, with heading 4010 focusing on conveyor or transmission belts. The subheadings under 4010 are highly granular, distinguishing belts based on their shape (V-belts vs. synchronous belts), their texture (ribbed vs. non-ribbed), and their physical dimensions. This level of detail ensures that the specific mechanical properties and industrial applications of the belt are accurately reflected in the customs tariff. Classification is determined by GRI 1 and 6, following the precise measurements and cross-sectional descriptions provided in the legal text.
- Covers
- Endless V-belts (trapezoidal) 100cm circumference
- Non-ribbed transmission belts 150cm circumference
- Industrial V-belts for machinery (60-180cm)
- Automotive fan belts (non-ribbed, 120cm)
- Agricultural machinery V-belts (non-ribbed)
- Also under 4010.32
- Gates Hi-Power II V-belt
- Continental ContiTech Classic V-belt
- Optibelt VB V-belt
- Bando Power King V-belt
Codes often confused with 4010.32
Common mistake. Transmission belts are frequently misclassified under HS code 4010.31 (V-belts with circumference less than 60 cm) or 4010.33 (V-belts with circumference exceeding 180 cm but not 240 cm). Another common error is using 4010.35, which is reserved for synchronous (toothed) belts. Importers must accurately measure the outside circumference and verify the cross-sectional shape to avoid these errors, as the duty rates and trade statistics vary between these specific size-based subheadings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401032 (the code used for transmission belt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401032 (the code used for transmission belt) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 401032, not only transmission belt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $69M 17% of world exports
- 2 China $68M 17% of world exports
- 3 Japan $55M 14% of world exports
World total: $401M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $63M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $35M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Canada $28M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $384M 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 transmission belt
Brazil classifies transmission belt under NCM 4010.32.00: HS 4010.32 with 00 added.
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 transmission belt
What is the HS code for Transmission belt?
The HS code for Transmission belt is 401032 (Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm).
How do I classify Transmission belt for customs?
Transmission belt is classified under HS code 401032 — Rubber; vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), other than V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for transmission belt 401032?
The HS code 4010.32 is for endless vulcanized rubber V-belts (non-ribbed) with an outside circumference between 60 cm and 180 cm.
How do I distinguish between 4010.32 and 4010.35?
Code 4010.32 is for smooth-sided trapezoidal V-belts, while 4010.35 is for synchronous belts, which have teeth or 'lugs' to prevent slipping.
Which countries are the top exporters of transmission belt (HS 401032)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401032 (the code used for transmission belt) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($69M, 17% of world exports), China ($68M) and Japan ($55M). World exports came to about $401M, 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 transmission belt (HS 401032)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401032 (the code used for transmission belt) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($63M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($35M) and Canada ($28M). World imports came to about $384M, 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 Transmission belt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401032 for Transmission belt 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 transmission belt in Brazil?
In Brazil, transmission belt (HS 401032) is classified under NCM 4010.32.00.