What is HS-4 4012 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
4012 — Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber
Chapter 40: Rubber and articles thereof
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 4012 when importing or exporting retreaded or used pneumatic tyres made of rubber. For example, if you are shipping retreaded tyres for motor cars, this heading applies directly to your products.
When deciding between subheadings, consider the end use of the tyre. If your shipment includes retreaded tyres specifically for motor buses or lorries, you should classify them under HS-6 401212. However, if they are for motor cars, use HS-6 401211 instead.
If you have retreaded tyres that do not fit into the categories for cars, buses, or aircraft, then HS-6 401219 is the appropriate choice. This subheading covers all other retreaded tyres not specified elsewhere.
For used pneumatic tyres that are not retreaded, you will use HS-6 401220. This is distinct from retreaded tyres and is specifically for tyres that have been previously used without retreading.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
retreaded tyres · used pneumatic tyres · rubber tyres classification · HS-4 4012 · motor car tyres · bus and lorry tyres · aircraft tyres · tyre treads · tyre flaps · solid tyres · rubber products · import export tyres · HS-6 subheadings · tyre classification · pneumatic tyres · rubber articles
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Retreaded tyres for motor cars (HS-6 401211)
- Retreaded tyres for buses or lorries (HS-6 401212)
- Retreaded tyres for aircraft (HS-6 401213)
- Other retreaded tyres not specified (HS-6 401219)
- Used pneumatic tyres (HS-6 401220)
- Tyres not elsewhere classified (HS-6 401290)
Common questions
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How to classify retreaded tyres?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 4012?
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Are used tyres classified under HS-4 4012?
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What is the difference between HS-6 401211 and 401212?
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How to import retreaded tyres?
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What are the requirements for shipping used tyres?
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Related topics
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how to classify retreaded tyres for motor vehicles
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difference between retreaded and used pneumatic tyres
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importing used tyres under HS-4 4012
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subheading options for rubber tyres
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shipping retreaded tyres for buses
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requirements for exporting used rubber tyres
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choosing the correct HS-6 code for tyres
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understanding HS-4 4012 for rubber products
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of tyres are included in HS-4 4012?
- HS-4 4012 includes retreaded or used pneumatic tyres, solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads, and tyre flaps made of rubber.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading for my tyres?
- Identify the end use of the tyres. For example, if they are for motor cars, use **HS-6 401211**; for buses, use **HS-6 401212**.
- Are there specific regulations for importing used tyres?
- Yes, importing used tyres may have specific regulations depending on the destination country, including health and safety standards.
- What is the difference between HS-6 401220 and HS-6 401219?
- HS-6 401220 is for used pneumatic tyres that are not retreaded, while HS-6 401219 covers other retreaded tyres not specified in other categories.
- Can I classify retreaded tyres under multiple HS-6 codes?
- No, each retreaded tyre must be classified under a single appropriate HS-6 code based on its specific use.
- What documentation do I need for importing retreaded tyres?
- You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and any required certifications or compliance documents for retreaded tyres.
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HS-6 subheadings (6)
- 401211Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)
- 401212Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on motor buses or lorries
- 401213Retreaded tyres; of a kind used on aircraft
- 401219Retreaded tyres; other than of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries and aircraft
- 401220Rubber; used pneumatic tyres
- 401290Rubber; tyres n.e.c. in heading no. 4012