Product classification
HS code for Bike tires: 4011.50
Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on bicycles.
Classification of bike tires under HS 4011.50
Bicycle tires are classified under HS code 4011.50, which falls under Chapter 40 of the Harmonized System, dedicated to rubber and articles thereof. Heading 4011 specifically covers new pneumatic tires made of rubber. The system further categorizes these tires based on the type of vehicle or machinery they are intended for, with subheading 4011.50 being the specific code for those used on bicycles. To meet the criteria for this classification, the tires must be "new," excluding any used or retreaded products, and "pneumatic," meaning they are designed to contain air under pressure. This includes a wide range of bicycle tires, from those used on professional racing bikes to those for mountain bikes and children's bicycles. The classification is based on the material (vulcanized rubber) and the specific end-use (bicycles). Under the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, the heading is determined by the literal description of the product. Even if a tire is made of advanced rubber compounds or features specialized tread patterns, it remains under 4011.50 as long as it is a new pneumatic tire for a bicycle.
- Covers
- Mountain bike tires
- Road bicycle racing tires
- BMX tires
- Tubeless bicycle tires
- Clincher and folding bicycle tires
- Also under 4011.50
- Continental Grand Prix 5000
- Schwalbe Marathon
- Maxxis Minion DHF
- Vittoria Corsa
Codes often confused with 4011.50
Common mistake. Bicycle tires are frequently confused with bicycle inner tubes, which are classified under 4013.20. Additionally, used or retreaded tires fall under heading 4012, specifically 4012.19 for non-motor vehicle tires. Some importers mistakenly attempt to classify tires as general bicycle parts under 8714.99, but Chapter 87 notes explicitly exclude rubber tires, directing them back to Chapter 40.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401150 (the code used for bike tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401150 (the code used for bike tires) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 401150, not only bike tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $259M 25% of world exports
- 2 Germany $177M 17% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$137M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $121M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $66M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 Italy $65M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $940M 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 bike tires
Brazil classifies bike tires under NCM 4011.50.00: HS 4011.50 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 bike tires
What is the HS code for Bike tires?
The HS code for Bike tires is 401150 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on bicycles). The HS code for new pneumatic bicycle tires is 4011.50.
How do I classify Bike tires for customs?
Bike tires is classified under HS code 401150 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on bicycles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include inner tubes?
No, inner tubes for bicycles are classified separately under HS code 4013.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of bike tires (HS 401150)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401150 (the code used for bike tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($259M, 25% of world exports), Germany ($177M) and Vietnam (about $137M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 bike tires (HS 401150)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401150 (the code used for bike tires) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($121M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($66M) and Italy ($65M). World imports came to about $940M, 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 Bike tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401150 for Bike 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 bike tires in Brazil?
In Brazil, bike tires (HS 401150) is classified under NCM 4011.50.00.