HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4013.90 – Rubber; inner tubes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4013
HS code 4013.90 is the 6-digit subheading for rubber, inner tubes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4013. It is used for bicycle inner tubes, motorcycle inner tubes, agricultural vehicle inner tubes, wheelbarrow inner tubes and aircraft inner tubes.
What HS 4013.90 covers
This HS code encompasses a diverse range of rubber inner tubes, excluding those specifically designed for motor cars, buses, or lorries (which fall under 401310). It covers inner tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, agricultural vehicles, aircraft, and various industrial or recreational equipment. International trade in these products is driven by both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket for replacement parts. Major importers include countries with significant bicycle manufacturing, agricultural industries, or large populations of motorcycle users. Exporters are often found in nations with strong rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Thailand, and India, as well as European countries with specialized manufacturing. Key considerations for traders include material quality (natural vs. synthetic rubber), size standardization, durability, and the increasing demand for puncture-resistant options. The EUDR tag indicates that the sourcing of natural rubber for these tubes may be subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation, requiring due diligence on the supply chain to ensure the rubber does not originate from deforested land.
- Covers
- Bicycle inner tubes
- Motorcycle inner tubes
- Agricultural vehicle inner tubes
- Wheelbarrow inner tubes
- Aircraft inner tubes
- Industrial equipment inner tubes
- ATV inner tubes
- Examples
- Michelin Airstop
- Continental Tour 28
- Kenda Bicycle Tube
- Schwalbe SV17
- Goodyear Inner Tube
Codes often confused with 4013.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 4011 (new pneumatic tires) or 4012 (retreaded or used pneumatic tires) because inner tubes are components of a tire system. However, 401390 specifically covers the inner tubes themselves, not the outer tire.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 401390, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 401390 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10% 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 $315M 55% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $38M 6.7% of world exports
- 3 India $37M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $575M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $52M 10% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $47M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $26M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $519M 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 4013.90
Brazil does not split HS 4013.90: its NCM code is 4013.90.00.
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 4013.90
What is HS code 401390?
HS code 401390 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rubber; inner tubes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4013. This HS code encompasses a diverse range of rubber inner tubes, excluding those specifically designed for motor cars, buses, or lorries (which fall under 401310). It covers inner tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, agricultural vehicles, aircraft, and various industrial or recreational equipment. International trade in these products is driven by both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket for replacement parts. Major importers include countries with significant bicycle manufacturing, agricultural industries, or large populations of motorcycle users. Exporters are often found in nations with strong rubber processing capabilities, such as China, Thailand, and India, as well as European countries with specialized manufacturing. Key considerations for traders include material quality (natural vs. synthetic rubber), size standardization, durability, and the increasing demand for puncture-resistant options. The EUDR tag indicates that the sourcing of natural rubber for these tubes may be subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation, requiring due diligence on the supply chain to ensure the rubber does not originate from deforested land.
What products fall under HS code 401390?
Bicycle inner tubes, motorcycle inner tubes, agricultural vehicle inner tubes, wheelbarrow inner tubes, aircraft inner tubes, industrial equipment inner tubes, ATV inner tubes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 401390?
This code is often confused with 4011 (new pneumatic tires) or 4012 (retreaded or used pneumatic tires) because inner tubes are components of a tire system. However, 401390 specifically covers the inner tubes themselves, not the outer tire.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 401390?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 401390 in UN Comtrade data were China ($315M, 55% of world exports), Thailand ($38M) and India ($37M). World exports came to about $575M, 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 401390?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 401390 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($52M, 10% of world imports), Brazil ($47M) and Mexico ($26M). World imports came to about $519M, 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 401390 structured?
HS code 401390 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 401390?
In Brazil, HS code 401390 is NCM 4013.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.