Product classification
HS code for Automobile tires: 4011.10
Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars).
Classification of automobile tires under HS 4011.10
Automobile tires are classified under HS code 4011.10, which falls within Chapter 40 of the Harmonized System, covering rubber and articles thereof. Heading 4011 is dedicated to new pneumatic tires made of rubber. The specific subheading 4011.10 is reserved for tires designed for use on motor cars, which includes passenger vehicles, station wagons, and racing cars. The classification is based on the intended use and the physical dimensions and load ratings typical of passenger vehicles. Unlike tires for heavy machinery or aircraft, these tires are engineered for high-speed stability and comfort on paved roads. Classification follows GRI 1, as the terms of the heading and subheadings specifically describe the product. The material composition must be vulcanized rubber, and the tire must be pneumatic (air-filled). This code is used globally to track the trade of standard passenger vehicle tires, ensuring that safety standards and environmental regulations for road vehicles are applied correctly at the border.
- Covers
- Passenger car radial tires
- Run-flat tires for motor cars
- Winter and all-season tires for passenger vehicles
- Racing car tires
- Station wagon tires
- Spare tires for motor cars
- Also under 4011.10
- Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
- Pirelli P Zero
- Bridgestone Turanza
Codes often confused with 4011.10
Common mistake. Automobile tires are often misclassified with 4011.20, which covers tires for buses or lorries (trucks). While they may look similar, truck tires have higher load indices and different construction requirements. Another common error is using 4012.11 or 4012.20, which are for retreaded or used pneumatic tires. HS code 4011.10 is strictly for brand-new tires. Additionally, tires for off-road construction vehicles (4011.70 to 4011.90) should not be confused with standard automobile tires.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401110 (the code used for automobile tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401110 (the code used for automobile tires) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 401110, not only automobile tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $8.8B 17% of world exports
- 2 Germany $4.1B 7.7% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $3.9B 7.3% of world exports
World total: $53.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $10.5B 19% of world imports
- 2 Germany $5.8B 11% of world imports
- 3 France $3.3B 5.9% of world imports
World total: $55.0B 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 automobile tires
Brazil classifies automobile tires under NCM 4011.10.00: HS 4011.10 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 automobile tires
What is the HS code for Automobile tires?
The HS code for Automobile tires is 401110 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)). The HS code for new pneumatic tires used on motor cars is 4011.10.
How do I classify Automobile tires for customs?
Automobile tires is classified under HS code 401110 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are used tires covered under this code?
No, used tires are classified under heading 4012, specifically 4012.20 for used pneumatic tires.
Which countries are the top exporters of automobile tires (HS 401110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401110 (the code used for automobile tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($8.8B, 17% of world exports), Germany ($4.1B) and Thailand ($3.9B). World exports came to about $53.3B, 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 automobile tires (HS 401110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401110 (the code used for automobile tires) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($10.5B, 19% of world imports), Germany ($5.8B) and France ($3.3B). World imports came to about $55.0B, 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 Automobile tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401110 for Automobile tires 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 automobile tires in Brazil?
In Brazil, automobile tires (HS 401110) is classified under NCM 4011.10.00.