Product classification
HS code for Retreaded aircraft tires: 4012.13
Retreaded tyres, of a kind used on aircraft.
Classification of retreaded aircraft tires under HS 4012.13
Retreaded aircraft tires are classified under HS code 4012.13. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which states that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 4012 covers retreaded or used pneumatic tires, solid or cushion tires, tire treads, and tire flaps of rubber. Within this heading, the nomenclature provides specific subheadings based on the vehicle type. Subheading 4012.13 is explicitly designated for retreaded tires of a kind used on aircraft. The classification is based on the physical state of the tire—having undergone a retreading process where a worn tread is replaced with a new one—and its specialized design for aviation use. Aircraft tires must meet stringent technical specifications regarding load-bearing capacity and heat resistance, which distinguishes them from automotive tires. Even though they are retreaded, their primary identification remains tied to their aeronautical application, ensuring they fall under this specific six-digit code rather than the general 'other' category.
- Covers
- Retreaded pneumatic tires for commercial jetliners
- Retreaded tires for military fighter aircraft
- Retreaded tires for light general aviation aircraft
- Retreaded nose gear and main gear tires for helicopters
- Also under 4012.13
- Michelin Aircraft Tire
- Goodyear Aviation
- Dunlop Aircraft Tyres
- Bridgestone Aircraft Tire
Codes often confused with 4012.13
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves HS code 4011.30, which is reserved for new pneumatic tires used on aircraft. Importers may mistakenly use 4011.30 for retreaded units if they do not distinguish between new and refurbished goods. Additionally, HS code 4012.20 is often incorrectly applied; however, 4012.20 is strictly for used pneumatic tires that have not undergone the retreading process. Another potential error is using 4012.19, the residual category for 'other' retreaded tires, which should only be used if the tire does not fit the specific car, truck, or aircraft subheadings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 401213 (the code used for retreaded aircraft tires), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401213 (the code used for retreaded aircraft tires) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% 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 401213, not only retreaded aircraft tires.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $92M 39% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $50M 21% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $24M 10% of world exports
World total: $237M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $55M 25% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $19M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $17M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $222M 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 retreaded aircraft tires
Brazil classifies retreaded aircraft tires under NCM 4012.13.00: HS 4012.13 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 retreaded aircraft tires
What is the HS code for Retreaded aircraft tires?
The HS code for Retreaded aircraft tires is 401213 (Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on aircraft). The specific HS code for retreaded aircraft tires is 4012.13, which falls under the broader category of retreaded or used pneumatic tires of rubber.
How do I classify Retreaded aircraft tires for customs?
Retreaded aircraft tires is classified under HS code 401213 — Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on aircraft. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can retreaded aircraft tires be classified as used tires?
No, if a tire has been retreaded (the process of applying a new tread), it must be classified under the retreaded subheadings (4012.11 through 4012.19) rather than the used tire subheading (4012.20).
Which countries are the top exporters of retreaded aircraft tires (HS 401213)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401213 (the code used for retreaded aircraft tires) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($92M, 39% of world exports), Belgium ($50M) and the Netherlands ($24M). World exports came to about $237M, 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 retreaded aircraft tires (HS 401213)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 401213 (the code used for retreaded aircraft tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($55M, 25% of world imports), Türkiye ($19M) and the United Kingdom ($17M). World imports came to about $222M, 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 Retreaded aircraft tires the same in all countries?
The base HS code 401213 for Retreaded aircraft 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 retreaded aircraft tires in Brazil?
In Brazil, retreaded aircraft tires (HS 401213) is classified under NCM 4012.13.00.