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U.S. exports of retreaded rubber tires for motor cars (HS 401211) totaled $422K in July 2026.
Importers of Retreaded Rubber Tires for Motor Cars paid $23K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 34% on $67K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Retreaded Rubber Tires for Motor Cars imports of $67K in July 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $50K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataRetreaded passenger car tires occupy a niche segment where the US schedule distinguishes radial retreads (4012114000) from non-radial retreads (4012118000), with a legacy consolidated line (4012110000) also present. Japan leads US supply, followed by China and Canada — a supplier profile that differs markedly from new passenger car tires, reflecting the specialized retreading industry's geographic concentration. Retreaded tires must comply with FMCSA and DOT safety standards applicable to the US market, and importers should confirm that foreign retreaders meet applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Section 301 exposure for Chinese-origin retreads should be verified against current orders.
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15 shipments/mo
Yes — retreaded tires sold for use on US roads must comply with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), including labeling requirements. Importers typically demonstrate compliance through the retreader's certification and the DOT tire identification number on the tire sidewall. CBP may request documentation confirming the retreader's compliance program, particularly for first-time importers or new foreign suppliers.
Retreaded passenger car tires serve price-sensitive fleet and secondary market segments where the lower acquisition cost outweighs the preference for new tires. Some specialty retreads — particularly high-performance or vintage fitments — are imported because the original casing size or specification is no longer produced new. The economics depend heavily on casing quality, retreading process (hot vs. cold cure), and the landed cost differential versus comparable new tires.
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Subheading 6 of 6 in heading 4012
Subheading 401211 · $67K of $29.6M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4012118000 | Retread Tire, Rub, Use Passenger Cars, NESOI | $62K | 35.77% | 100.00% | $22K |
| 4012114000 | Retread Tire, Radial of Rub, Use Passenger Cars | $6K | 14.85% | 100.00% | $835 |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4012110000 | Retread Tire, Rubber, Used on Motor Cars | $422K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$67KYoY · Pro
Exports
$422KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
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Mexico and Nigeria together take 91% of it.
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rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 34.02%.