Product classification

HS code for Van tires: 4011.90

Rubber, new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on light commercial vehicles.

Classification of van tires under HS 4011.90

Van tires are classified under HS code 401190, which covers new pneumatic tires of rubber not elsewhere specified. While tires for motor cars fall under 401110 and those for buses or lorries fall under 401120, van tires often occupy a middle ground. In many jurisdictions, tires specifically designed for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) or vans are classified under 401190 if they do not meet the technical definitions of 'passenger car' or 'heavy-duty lorry' tires. The classification depends heavily on the tire's load index and ply rating. Chapter 40 covers rubber, and heading 4011 is dedicated to new pneumatic tires. Proper classification is vital because many countries impose anti-dumping duties or specific environmental fees on tires based on these subheadings.

Covers
  • New pneumatic rubber tires for light commercial vans
  • Tires for delivery vehicles and fleet transporters
  • All-season and winter tires for commercial vans
  • Reinforced 'C-type' tires for light trucks
  • Radial and bias-ply tires for van-sized vehicles
Also under 4011.90
  • Continental VanContact
  • Goodyear Cargo Vector
  • Michelin Agilis
  • Pirelli Carrier
  • Bridgestone Duravis

Codes often confused with 4011.90

Common mistake. Van tires are frequently misclassified under 401110 (passenger cars) or 401120 (buses and lorries). The distinction usually lies in the 'Load Range' or 'Ply Rating' marked on the sidewall. Another common mistake is attempting to classify tires under 8708 as parts of motor vehicles. However, Section XVII, Note 2(a) specifically excludes rubber tires from being classified as vehicle parts, mandating their placement in Chapter 40. Used or retreaded van tires are also often wrongly placed here; they belong in 4012.

4011.10Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)4011.20Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on buses or lorries87.08Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 870540.12Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber

Top exporters and importers of HS 401190 (the code used for van tires), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 401190 (the code used for van tires) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 51% 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 401190, not only van tires.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $322M
  2. 2 Netherlands $225M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$197M

World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.1B
  2. 2 Mexico $188M
  3. 3 Canada $109M

World total: $2.2B 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 van tires

Brazil splits HS 4011.90 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 van tires

What is the HS code for Van tires?

The HS code for Van tires is 401190 (Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on light commercial vehicles). Van tires are typically classified under HS code 401190, though they may fall under 401120 depending on their load capacity and regional customs definitions for 'light commercial' vs 'lorry'.

How do I classify Van tires for customs?

Van tires is classified under HS code 401190 — Rubber; new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on light commercial vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are inner tubes included in this code?

No, inner tubes for van tires are classified separately under HS code 401310 (for cars/vans) or 401390, depending on the specific vehicle type.

Which countries are the top exporters of van tires (HS 401190)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 401190 (the code used for van tires) in UN Comtrade data were China ($322M, 22% of world exports), the Netherlands ($225M) and Vietnam (about $197M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 van tires (HS 401190)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 401190 (the code used for van tires) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.1B, 51% of world imports), Mexico ($188M) and Canada ($109M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Van tires the same in all countries?

The base HS code 401190 for Van 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 van tires in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 401190 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for van tires depends on the product's details: 4011.90.10 (Other new tyres, section width 1,143 mm or more), 4011.90.90 (Other new pneumatic tyres).