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U.S. imports of retreaded rubber tires for motor cars (HS 401211) totaled $78K in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Retreaded Rubber Tires for Motor Cars paid $15K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $78K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Retreaded Rubber Tires for Motor Cars imports of $78K in April 2026 ran 69% above the year-to-date monthly average of $46K.
Last updated: April 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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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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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | -- | $761K | +$761K |
| JAPAN | $39K | -- | -$39K |
| CANADA | -- | $23K | +$23K |
| EL SALVADOR | -- | $17K | +$17K |
| CHINA | $17K | -- | -$17K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4012118000 | RETREAD TIRE, RUB, USE PASSENGER CARS, NESOI | $62K | 20.17% | $13K |
| 4012114000 | RETREAD TIRE, RADIAL OF RUB, USE PASSENGER CARS | $16K | 14.00% | $2K |
RETREAD TIRE, RUB, USE PASSENGER CARS, NESOI
RETREAD TIRE, RADIAL OF RUB, USE PASSENGER CARS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4012110000 | RETREAD TIRE, RUBBER, USED ON MOTOR CARS | $833K |
RETREAD TIRE, RUBBER, USED ON MOTOR CARS
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NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, FOR MOTOR CARS
HS 401110
NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, FOR BUSES OR TRUCKS
HS 401120
GASKET, WASHERS & OTHER SEALS, OF VULCANIZED RUB
HS 401693
ARTICLES OF SOFT VULCANIZED RUBBER NESOI
HS 401699
MEDICAL/SURGICAL/DENTAL/VET GLOVES, MITTENS, MITTS
HS 401512
NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, NESOI
HS 401190
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | -- | $682K | +$682K |
| California | $2K | $80K | +$78K |
| Georgia | -- | $38K | +$38K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $682K | +$682K |
| NEWARK, NJ | $61K | $27K | -$34K |
| OTAY MESA, CA | -- | $48K | +$48K |