Product classification
HS code for Motorcycle tires: 4011.40
Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motorcycles.
Classification of motorcycle tires under HS 4011.40
HS code 4011.40 is designated for new pneumatic tires made of vulcanized rubber specifically designed for use on motorcycles. Classification in Chapter 40 is determined by the material (rubber) and the specific application of the article. Heading 4011 covers new pneumatic tires, and the subheadings are organized by the type of vehicle the tire is intended for. Subheading 4011.40 is specific to motorcycles. This classification applies regardless of the tread pattern, whether for street use, racing, or off-road motocross. The tires must be "new"; used or retreaded tires are excluded from this heading. The technical specifications, such as load index and speed rating, often help distinguish motorcycle tires from those intended for small trailers or all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), which may have different classifications. It is important to note that inner tubes for these tires are classified separately under heading 4013. The material composition must be primarily vulcanized rubber; tires made of plastic or non-pneumatic (solid) rubber tires are classified under different headings within Chapter 40.
- Covers
- New pneumatic rubber tires for street motorcycles
- Off-road and motocross motorcycle tires
- Tubeless motorcycle tires
- Tube-type motorcycle tires (excluding the tube)
- Racing slicks for motorcycles
- Also under 4011.40
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso
- Michelin Road 6
- Dunlop Sportmax
- Bridgestone Battlax
Codes often confused with 4011.40
Common mistake. Motorcycle tires are often confused with 4011.10, which is for motor cars, or 4011.20, which is for buses and trucks. Another common error is classifying used or retreaded motorcycle tires under 4011.40; these must be classified under 4012.19 or 4012.20. Tires for bicycles are also distinct and fall under 4011.50. If the tire is imported already mounted on a wheel, the entire assembly might be classified under 8714.92 as a motorcycle part.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401140 (the code used for motorcycle tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401140 (the code used for motorcycle tires) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.6% 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 401140, not only motorcycle tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $723M 28% of world exports
- 2 Germany $233M 9.2% of world exports
- 3 Spain $211M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $208M 8.6% of world imports
- 2 Germany $166M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Italy $117M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 motorcycle tires
Brazil classifies motorcycle tires under NCM 4011.40.00: HS 4011.40 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 motorcycle tires
What is the HS code for Motorcycle tires?
The HS code for Motorcycle tires is 401140 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motorcycles). The HS code for new pneumatic rubber tires specifically for motorcycles is 4011.40.
How do I classify Motorcycle tires for customs?
Motorcycle tires is classified under HS code 401140 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motorcycles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the inner tube?
No, HS code 4011.40 only covers the tire itself. If the tire is imported with an inner tube, the tube should technically be classified under 4013.90, although some customs authorities may allow them to be classified together if packaged as a single retail unit.
Which countries are the top exporters of motorcycle tires (HS 401140)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401140 (the code used for motorcycle tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($723M, 28% of world exports), Germany ($233M) and Spain ($211M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 motorcycle tires (HS 401140)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401140 (the code used for motorcycle tires) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($208M, 8.6% of world imports), Germany ($166M) and Italy ($117M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 Motorcycle tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401140 for Motorcycle 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 motorcycle tires in Brazil?
In Brazil, motorcycle tires (HS 401140) is classified under NCM 4011.40.00.