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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of new pneumatic rubber tires for bicycles (SITC 62542) totaled $6.9M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Importers of New Pneumatic Rubber Tires for Bicycles paid $850K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $6.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBicycle tires occupy a distinct niche within the pneumatic rubber tire trade, with bead seat diameter, width, and tread pattern (road, mountain, gravel, or BMX) driving both commercial segmentation and, at the HTS level, potential subheading distinctions. Section 301 tariffs have been a significant cost factor for bicycle tires sourced from China, prompting importers to evaluate alternative supply chains in Southeast Asia and other regions. The rapid growth of e-bike adoption has expanded demand for wider, higher-load-rated bicycle tires that sit at the boundary between traditional bicycle and light-vehicle tire classifications.
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Section 301 tariffs on imports from China have led many bicycle tire importers to diversify sourcing toward manufacturers in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and other countries not subject to those measures. Importers should verify the current Section 301 status for their specific HTS subheading and confirm that alternative-origin products meet the same technical specifications before switching suppliers.
Tires designed for e-bikes with higher speed ratings or load capacities may be scrutinized to determine whether they are more properly classified as motorcycle tires if their construction and specifications align more closely with moped or low-speed motorcycle tires. The key factors are the manufacturer's intended vehicle designation, the tire's speed and load ratings, and any applicable CBP binding rulings on similar products.
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Monthly import values over time