HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4013.10 – Rubber; inner tubes, of a kind used on motorcars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries
HS code 4013.10 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, inner tubes, of a kind used on motorcars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries. It is used for passenger car inner tubes, bus inner tubes, lorry inner tubes, truck inner tubes and heavy-duty vehicle inner tubes.
What HS 4013.10 covers
This HS code covers inner tubes made of rubber, specifically designed for use in pneumatic tires of passenger cars, buses, and lorries (trucks). While tubeless tires are now common for many applications, inner tubes remain essential for certain tire types, heavy-duty vehicles, and older models, particularly in developing markets where they offer a cost-effective solution for tire repair. International trade involves manufacturers exporting to automotive parts distributors, repair shops, and vehicle assembly plants. Importers often serve aftermarket demand or specific fleet requirements. Key aspects include the quality of the rubber compound, the type of valve (e.g., Schrader, Presta), and resistance to punctures and heat, ensuring reliability for critical vehicle operations. The market is influenced by vehicle parc age, regional preferences for tubed vs. tubeless tire systems, and economic factors.
- Covers
- Passenger car inner tubes
- Bus inner tubes
- Lorry inner tubes
- Truck inner tubes
- Heavy-duty vehicle inner tubes
- Racing car inner tubes
- Examples
- Michelin Inner Tubes
- Continental Inner Tubes
- Goodyear Inner Tubes
- Kenda Inner Tubes
- Vee Rubber Inner Tubes
Codes often confused with 4013.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with inner tubes for other vehicles like bicycles (401320) if the size and intended vehicle type are not carefully checked, or with tire flaps (401290) which are distinct components.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401310 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $180M 52% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $61M 18% of world exports
- 3 India $29M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $343M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $32M 11% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$16M 5.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Thailand $14M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $282M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 4013.10 2
Brazil splits HS 4013.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4013.10.10 Bus or lorry inner tubes, size 11.00-24Para pneumáticos do tipo utilizado em ônibus ou caminhões, de medida 11,00-24
- 4013.10.90 Other inner tubes for cars, buses or lorriesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 40.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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 HS 4013.10
What is HS code 401310?
HS code 401310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; inner tubes, of a kind used on motorcars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries. This HS code covers inner tubes made of rubber, specifically designed for use in pneumatic tires of passenger cars, buses, and lorries (trucks). While tubeless tires are now common for many applications, inner tubes remain essential for certain tire types, heavy-duty vehicles, and older models, particularly in developing markets where they offer a cost-effective solution for tire repair. International trade involves manufacturers exporting to automotive parts distributors, repair shops, and vehicle assembly plants. Importers often serve aftermarket demand or specific fleet requirements. Key aspects include the quality of the rubber compound, the type of valve (e.g., Schrader, Presta), and resistance to punctures and heat, ensuring reliability for critical vehicle operations. The market is influenced by vehicle parc age, regional preferences for tubed vs. tubeless tire systems, and economic factors.
What products fall under HS code 401310?
Passenger car inner tubes, bus inner tubes, lorry inner tubes, truck inner tubes, heavy-duty vehicle inner tubes, racing car inner tubes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401310?
Can be confused with inner tubes for other vehicles like bicycles (401320) if the size and intended vehicle type are not carefully checked, or with tire flaps (401290) which are distinct components.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401310 in UN Comtrade data were China ($180M, 52% of world exports), South Korea ($61M) and India ($29M). World exports came to about $343M, 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 goods under HS code 401310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401310 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($32M, 11% of world imports), Vietnam (about $16M) and Thailand ($14M). World imports came to about $282M, 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.
How is HS code 401310 structured?
HS code 401310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401310?
Brazil splits HS code 401310 into 2 NCM codes: 4013.10.10 (Bus or lorry inner tubes, size 11.00-24), 4013.10.90 (Other inner tubes for cars, buses or lorries). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.