Product classification

HS code for Truck tires: 4011.20

Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries.

Classification of truck tires under HS 4011.20

HS code 4011.20 is designated for new pneumatic tires made of vulcanized rubber, specifically those used on buses or lorries (trucks). The classification is based on the intended application and the physical dimensions and load-bearing capacity of the tire. Tires in this category are engineered for high mileage, heavy loads, and the specific rim diameters associated with commercial transport vehicles. Under Chapter 40 of the Harmonized System, tires are segmented by their end-use vehicle type. This ensures that heavy-duty tires used in commerce are distinguished from those used for passenger cars or aircraft. The technical specifications, such as the ply rating and tread pattern, often reflect the requirements of long-haul trucking or urban bus transit, which justifies their placement under 4011.20 rather than general-purpose tire codes. Customs authorities rely on these distinctions to apply the correct duty rates, as commercial tires are often subject to different trade regulations than consumer tires.

Covers
  • Radial truck tires
  • Bias-ply bus tires
  • Tubeless commercial vehicle tires
  • Heavy-duty lorry tires
  • All-position truck tires
Also under 4011.20
  • Michelin X Line Energy
  • Goodyear Fuel Max
  • Bridgestone Ecopia
  • Continental Conti Hybrid

Codes often confused with 4011.20

Common mistake. A common error is classifying these under 4011.10, which is strictly for passenger motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars). Another frequent misclassification involves 4012.12, which is the code for retreaded tires for buses or lorries. It is critical to distinguish between "new" (4011) and "retreaded" (4012) tires. Additionally, tires for off-road construction vehicles are classified under 4011.70 or 4011.80, depending on the rim size and application.

4011.10Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)4012.12Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on motor buses or lorries40.11New pneumatic tyres, of rubber40.12Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber4011.70Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on agricultural or forestry vehicles and machines4011.80Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines

Top exporters and importers of HS 401120 (the code used for truck tires), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401120 (the code used for truck tires) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 401120, not only truck tires.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $10.2B
  2. 2 Thailand $2.8B
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$1.8B

World total: $31.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $7.1B
  2. 2 Germany $2.0B
  3. 3 Mexico $1.5B

World total: $31.4B 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 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 codes for truck tires

Brazil splits HS 4011.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

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 truck tires

What is the HS code for Truck tires?

The HS code for Truck tires is 401120 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries). The HS code for new pneumatic tires for buses or trucks is 4011.20.

How do I classify Truck tires for customs?

Truck tires is classified under HS code 401120 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code cover used truck tires?

No, used pneumatic tires are classified under HS code 4012.20, regardless of the vehicle type they were designed for.

Which countries are the top exporters of truck tires (HS 401120)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401120 (the code used for truck tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($10.2B, 32% of world exports), Thailand ($2.8B) and Vietnam (about $1.8B). World exports came to about $31.4B, 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.

Which countries are the top importers of truck tires (HS 401120)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 401120 (the code used for truck tires) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($7.1B, 23% of world imports), Germany ($2.0B) and Mexico ($1.5B). World imports came to about $31.4B, 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 Truck tires the same in all countries?

The base HS code 401120 for Truck 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 truck tires in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 401120 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for truck tires depends on the product's details: 4011.20.10 (New bus or lorry tyres, size 11.00-24), 4011.20.90 (Other new bus or lorry tyres).