Product classification
HS code for Construction vehicle tires: 4011.80
Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines.
Classification of construction vehicle tires under HS 4011.80
HS code 4011.80 applies to new pneumatic tires made of vulcanized rubber that are specifically designed for use on heavy machinery and vehicles used in construction, mining, or industrial handling. The classification under this code is driven by the intended application and the physical characteristics of the tire, such as tread pattern, ply rating, and size, which are engineered for off-road or heavy-load environments. These tires are distinct from those used on passenger cars or standard commercial trucks. They must be 'new' and 'pneumatic' (air-filled). The heading excludes solid or cushion tires, which are classified elsewhere. The subheading 4011.80 was introduced in recent HS nomenclature updates to consolidate tires for 'off-the-road' (OTR) equipment, which were previously categorized by their rim size. Now, the primary factor is the vehicle type (construction, mining, or industrial). This ensures that specialized equipment like earthmovers, graders, and reach stackers have a dedicated classification path based on their functional environment rather than just dimensions.
- Covers
- Excavator pneumatic tires
- Bulldozer and grader tires
- Off-road mining truck tires
- Forklift pneumatic tires
- Articulated dump truck tires
- Also under 4011.80
- Michelin X-Traction
- Bridgestone V-Steel
- Goodyear OTR
- Caterpillar (OEM tires)
- Komatsu (OEM tires)
Codes often confused with 4011.80
Common mistake. These tires are sometimes misclassified under 4011.20 (tires for buses or lorries) if the vehicle is used on-road. They may also be confused with 4012.90 if they are solid or cushion tires, as 4011 only covers pneumatic (air-filled) tires.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401180 (the code used for construction vehicle tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401180 (the code used for construction vehicle tires) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 12% 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 401180, not only construction vehicle tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $2.0B 23% of world exports
- 2 China $1.9B 22% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.5B 18% of world exports
World total: $8.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Australia $1.1B 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $786M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Canada $572M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $9.1B 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 codes for construction vehicle tires
Brazil splits HS 4011.80 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4011.80.10Radial dumper tyres, width 940 mm or more
- 4011.80.20Other construction/mining tyres, 1,143 mm+ wide
- 4011.80.90Other construction, mining or industrial tyres
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 construction vehicle tires
What is the HS code for Construction vehicle tires?
The HS code for Construction vehicle tires is 401180 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines). The HS code for new pneumatic rubber tires used on construction or mining vehicles is 4011.80.
How do I classify Construction vehicle tires for customs?
Construction vehicle tires is classified under HS code 401180 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are used construction tires covered under this code?
No, used or retreaded pneumatic tires are classified under heading 4012.
Which countries are the top exporters of construction vehicle tires (HS 401180)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401180 (the code used for construction vehicle tires) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($2.0B, 23% of world exports), China ($1.9B) and the United States ($1.5B). World exports came to about $8.5B, 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 construction vehicle tires (HS 401180)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401180 (the code used for construction vehicle tires) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($1.1B, 12% of world imports), the United States ($786M) and Canada ($572M). World imports came to about $9.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Construction vehicle tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401180 for Construction vehicle 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 construction vehicle tires in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 401180 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for construction vehicle tires depends on the product's details: 4011.80.10 (Radial dumper tyres, width 940 mm or more), 4011.80.20 (Other construction/mining tyres, 1,143 mm+ wide), 4011.80.90 (Other construction, mining or industrial tyres).