Product classification
HS code for Forestry tires: 4011.70
Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on agricultural or forestry vehicles and machines.
Classification of forestry tires under HS 4011.70
Forestry tires are classified under HS code 4011.70. This classification is part of Chapter 40, which covers rubber and articles thereof, specifically heading 4011 for new pneumatic tires. Subheading 4011.70 is dedicated to tires of a kind used on agricultural or forestry vehicles and machines. These tires are distinguished by their specialized tread patterns, such as high-traction lugs or reinforced sidewalls designed to withstand the harsh conditions of forest floors, including sharp stumps and uneven terrain. The classification is determined by the intended use and the design characteristics of the tire. To qualify for 4011.70, the tire must be specifically engineered for the load requirements and speeds typical of forestry equipment like skidders, forwarders, or harvesters. The size and ply rating often differentiate these from standard passenger vehicle tires (4011.10) or truck tires (4011.20).
- Covers
- Skidder tires
- Forwarder tires
- Tractor tires used in forestry
- Harvester pneumatic tires
- Log loader tires (pneumatic)
- Also under 4011.70
- Michelin Agribib
- BKT Agrimax
- Trelleborg TM series
- Firestone Performer
- Goodyear Farm Tires
Codes often confused with 4011.70
Common mistake. Forestry tires are often confused with HS code 4011.80, which covers tires for construction, mining, or industrial handling vehicles. While the tires may look similar, the distinction lies in the specific machine they are designed for. Another common error is classifying used or retreaded forestry tires under 4011.70; these must be classified under heading 4012. Additionally, if the tire is solid or cushion rubber rather than pneumatic, it falls under 4012.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401170 (the code used for forestry tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401170 (the code used for forestry tires) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 401170, not only forestry tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $1.2B 36% of world exports
- 2 China $340M 10% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $228M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $494M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $420M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $335M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $3.5B 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 forestry tires
Brazil splits HS 4011.70 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4011.70.10New agricultural or forestry tyres, listed sizes
- 4011.70.90Other new agricultural or forestry 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 forestry tires
What is the HS code for Forestry tires?
The HS code for Forestry tires is 401170 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on agricultural or forestry vehicles and machines). New pneumatic tires used specifically for forestry or agricultural machinery are classified under HS code 4011.70.
How do I classify Forestry tires for customs?
Forestry tires is classified under HS code 401170 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on agricultural or forestry vehicles and machines. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Do forestry tires include solid rubber tires?
No, 4011.70 is only for pneumatic (air-filled) tires. Solid or cushion tires are classified under heading 4012.
Which countries are the top exporters of forestry tires (HS 401170)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401170 (the code used for forestry tires) in UN Comtrade data were India ($1.2B, 36% of world exports), China ($340M) and Czechia ($228M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 forestry tires (HS 401170)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401170 (the code used for forestry tires) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($494M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($420M) and France ($335M). World imports came to about $3.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Forestry tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401170 for Forestry 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 forestry tires in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 401170 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for forestry tires depends on the product's details: 4011.70.10 (New agricultural or forestry tyres, listed sizes), 4011.70.90 (Other new agricultural or forestry tyres).