Product classification
HS code for Bicycle inner tubes: 4013.20
Rubber, inner tubes, of a kind used on bicycles.
Classification of bicycle inner tubes under HS 4013.20
HS code 401320 specifically covers inner tubes made of rubber that are designed for use on bicycles. This classification is precise, distinguishing these items from inner tubes for other vehicles, such as motor vehicles (classified under 401310), and from bicycle tires themselves (classified under 401150). The key criteria for classification under 401320 are the primary material, which must be rubber, and the exclusive intended application, which is for bicycles. This ensures that only inner tubes manufactured for bicycle wheels are categorized here, reflecting their specific design and functional requirements within the cycling industry.
- Covers
- Standard bicycle inner tubes
- Puncture-resistant bicycle inner tubes
- Lightweight racing bicycle inner tubes
- Butyl rubber bicycle inner tubes
- Latex bicycle inner tubes
- Inner tubes for various bicycle wheel sizes (e.g., 26-inch, 700c)
- Also under 4013.20
- Continental Bicycle Tubes
- Michelin Bicycle Tubes
- Kenda Bicycle Tubes
- Schwalbe Bicycle Tubes
- Maxxis Bicycle Tubes
Codes often confused with 4013.20
Common mistake. Several other HS codes can be confused with 401320 due to similar materials or applications: 401310 (Inner tubes for motor cars, buses, or lorries): This code is designated for larger, heavier-duty inner tubes used in automotive applications. The fundamental distinction lies in the vehicle type for which the inner tube is specifically designed. Bicycle inner tubes, due to their size and pressure requirements, are explicitly excluded from this heading. 401150 (New pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on bicycles): This code covers the outer tire casing of a bicycle wheel, not the inner tube. While both are integral components of a pneumatic bicycle wheel, they serve distinct functions and are therefore classified separately.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401320 (the code used for bicycle inner tubes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401320 (the code used for bicycle inner tubes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.9% 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 401320, not only bicycle inner tubes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $196M 54% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$33M 8.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $28M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $366M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $27M 8.9% of world imports
- 2 United States $22M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 Brazil $21M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $306M 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 code for bicycle inner tubes
Brazil classifies bicycle inner tubes under NCM 4013.20.00: HS 4013.20 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 bicycle inner tubes
What is the HS code for Bicycle inner tubes?
The HS code for Bicycle inner tubes is 401320 (Rubber; inner tubes, of a kind used on bicycles). The HS code for bicycle inner tubes is 401320. This code specifically identifies rubber inner tubes designed for use on bicycles, distinguishing them from inner tubes intended for other vehicle types.
How do I classify Bicycle inner tubes for customs?
Bicycle inner tubes is classified under HS code 401320 — Rubber; inner tubes, of a kind used on bicycles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does the material composition affect the classification of inner tubes?
The primary material, rubber, is a crucial factor for classification under Chapter 40. While bicycle inner tubes are almost exclusively made of rubber, if an inner tube were predominantly composed of a different material, its classification might shift to another chapter, depending on the specific material and its characteristics. However, for standard bicycle inner tubes, rubber is the defining material for 401320.
Which countries are the top exporters of bicycle inner tubes (HS 401320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401320 (the code used for bicycle inner tubes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($196M, 54% of world exports), Vietnam (about $33M) and India ($28M). World exports came to about $366M, 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 bicycle inner tubes (HS 401320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401320 (the code used for bicycle inner tubes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($27M, 8.9% of world imports), the United States ($22M) and Brazil ($21M). World imports came to about $306M, 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 Bicycle inner tubes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401320 for Bicycle inner tubes 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 bicycle inner tubes in Brazil?
In Brazil, bicycle inner tubes (HS 401320) is classified under NCM 4013.20.00.