Chapter 40 covers rubber and articles thereof, including natural rubber, synthetic rubber, reclaimed rubber, rubber waste and scrap, and rubber articles. This chapter ranges from rubber in primary forms (such as latex and raw rubber) to semi-finished products (such as plates, sheets, and strips) and finished articles (such as tires, rubber hoses, shoe soles, etc.). 4011 belongs to the tire category of rubber articles and is an important product of the rubber industry. Heading 4011 covers new pneumatic rubber tires, used for motor vehicles, bicycles, motorcycles, aircraft, etc. Under this heading, tires are further subdivided according to tire type, use, tread pattern, etc. 4011 includes herringbone tread tires, i.e., tires whose tread has a herringbone or similar angled pattern, usually used for specific off-road or traction conditions. Code 401169 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 40 indicate Chapter 40 rubber and articles thereof; digits 3-4, 11, indicate heading 4011, i.e., new pneumatic rubber tires; digits 5-6, 69, indicate subheading 401169, specifically "other new pneumatic rubber tires, herringbone tread". Among these, heading 4011 also contains multiple subheadings, such as 401110 (for motor cars), 401120 (for buses and lorries), 401130 (for aircraft), etc. 401169 belongs to other types not elsewhere specified, and specifically refers to herringbone tread. The goods are new pneumatic rubber tires, and the tread has a herringbone pattern. They do not fall under subheadings 401110 to 401140, which are classified by vehicle type, nor do they belong to 401150 (for bicycles), etc. Therefore, they are classified under 401169 "other". The herringbone tread is a prominent feature, distinguishing them from tires with other tread patterns.
Chapter
Chapter 40 covers rubber and articles thereof, including natural rubber, synthetic rubber, reclaimed rubber, rubber waste and scrap, and rubber articles. This chapter ranges from rubber in primary forms (such as latex and raw rubber) to semi-finished products (such as plates, sheets, and strips) and finished articles (such as tires, rubber hoses, shoe soles, etc.). 4011 belongs to the tire category of rubber articles and is an important product of the rubber industry.
Heading
Heading 4011 covers new pneumatic rubber tires, used for motor vehicles, bicycles, motorcycles, aircraft, etc. Under this heading, tires are further subdivided according to tire type, use, tread pattern, etc. 4011 includes herringbone tread tires, i.e., tires whose tread has a herringbone or similar angled pattern, usually used for specific off-road or traction conditions.
Digit Breakdown
Code 401169 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 40 indicate Chapter 40 rubber and articles thereof; digits 3-4, 11, indicate heading 4011, i.e., new pneumatic rubber tires; digits 5-6, 69, indicate subheading 401169, specifically "other new pneumatic rubber tires, herringbone tread". Among these, heading 4011 also contains multiple subheadings, such as 401110 (for motor cars), 401120 (for buses and lorries), 401130 (for aircraft), etc. 401169 belongs to other types not elsewhere specified, and specifically refers to herringbone tread.
Classification Basis
The goods are new pneumatic rubber tires, and the tread has a herringbone pattern. They do not fall under subheadings 401110 to 401140, which are classified by vehicle type, nor do they belong to 401150 (for bicycles), etc. Therefore, they are classified under 401169 "other". The herringbone tread is a prominent feature, distinguishing them from tires with other tread patterns.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: Declare the specific name of the tire, such as "new pneumatic rubber tire", and indicate herringbone tread. Brand: Fill in the brand or manufacturer name of the tire; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". Specification and model: Includes tire size, ply rating, speed rating, etc., such as "11.00-20 16PR". Use: Explain the type of vehicle or machinery for which the tire is suitable, such as "for tractors". Tread pattern: Describe the tread pattern type, such as "herringbone". Whether new tire: Declare whether it is a brand-new tire; this code applies only to new tires. Material: The main material of the tire, usually rubber; natural rubber or synthetic rubber may be indicated. Product name: new pneumatic rubber tire (herringbone tread); Brand: XX brand; Specification and model: 11.00-20 16PR; Use: for tractors; Tread pattern: herringbone; Whether new tire: yes; Material: rubber. Failure to declare the herringbone tread feature, leading to incorrect classification. Mistakenly reporting retreaded tires as new tires, triggering customs questions. Incomplete specification and model filling, affecting customs valuation and classification.
Product name
Declare the specific name of the tire, such as "new pneumatic rubber tire", and indicate herringbone tread.
⚠️ Writing only "tire" without indicating pneumatic and herringbone features.
Brand
Fill in the brand or manufacturer name of the tire; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing brand with manufacturer, or omitting it.
Specification and model
Includes tire size, ply rating, speed rating, etc., such as "11.00-20 16PR".
⚠️ Incomplete specification and model, missing key parameters.
Use
Explain the type of vehicle or machinery for which the tire is suitable, such as "for tractors".
⚠️ Use description is too general, such as "for vehicles".
Tread pattern
Describe the tread pattern type, such as "herringbone".
⚠️ Failure to declare the pattern or incorrect declaration as another pattern.
Whether new tire
Declare whether it is a brand-new tire; this code applies only to new tires.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring retreaded tires as new tires.
Material
The main material of the tire, usually rubber; natural rubber or synthetic rubber may be indicated.
⚠️ Inaccurate material description, such as writing only "rubber".
Example： Product name: new pneumatic rubber tire (herringbone tread); Brand: XX brand; Specification and model: 11.00-20 16PR; Use: for tractors; Tread pattern: herringbone; Whether new tire: yes; Material: rubber.
Common Mistakes：
Failure to declare the herringbone tread feature, leading to incorrect classification.
Mistakenly reporting retreaded tires as new tires, triggering customs questions.
Incomplete specification and model filling, affecting customs valuation and classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are new pneumatic rubber tires; 2. The tread pattern is herringbone; 3. They do not belong to subheadings 401110-401140, etc., which are named by vehicle type. According to General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the HS, they should be classified under 401169. 401110 New pneumatic rubber tires for motor cars: 401110 is dedicated to motor cars, while 401169 is not limited to vehicle type and specifically refers to herringbone tread. 401120 New pneumatic rubber tires for buses and lorries: 401120 is used for buses or lorries, while 401169 applies to other vehicles or machinery not elsewhere specified. 401140 New pneumatic rubber tires for motorcycles: 401140 is dedicated to motorcycles, while 401169 applies to non-motorcycle uses. 401150 New pneumatic rubber tires for bicycles: 401150 is dedicated to bicycles, while 401169 applies to other uses. 401170 Other new pneumatic rubber tires, tread patterns other than herringbone: 401170 does not require herringbone tread, while 401169 explicitly refers to herringbone tread. Are they brand-new pneumatic rubber tires? Is the tread pattern herringbone? Are they used for motor cars, buses, lorries, motorcycles, or bicycles? Do they belong to other subheadings not elsewhere specified under heading 4011? Are the declaration elements complete and accurate?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are new pneumatic rubber tires; 2. The tread pattern is herringbone; 3. They do not belong to subheadings 401110-401140, etc., which are named by vehicle type. According to General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the HS, they should be classified under 401169.
Confused Codes：
401110 - New pneumatic rubber tires for motor cars
401110 is dedicated to motor cars, while 401169 is not limited to vehicle type and specifically refers to herringbone tread.
401120 - New pneumatic rubber tires for buses and lorries
401120 is used for buses or lorries, while 401169 applies to other vehicles or machinery not elsewhere specified.
401140 - New pneumatic rubber tires for motorcycles
401140 is dedicated to motorcycles, while 401169 applies to non-motorcycle uses.
401150 - New pneumatic rubber tires for bicycles
401150 is dedicated to bicycles, while 401169 applies to other uses.
401170 - Other new pneumatic rubber tires, tread patterns other than herringbone
401170 does not require herringbone tread, while 401169 explicitly refers to herringbone tread.
Self-Check：
✓ Are they brand-new pneumatic rubber tires?
✓ Is the tread pattern herringbone?
✓ Are they used for motor cars, buses, lorries, motorcycles, or bicycles?
✓ Do they belong to other subheadings not elsewhere specified under heading 4011?
✓ Are the declaration elements complete and accurate?
❓ FAQ
How can it be determined whether a tire has a herringbone tread? Herringbone tread means the tread pattern is arranged in a herringbone or V shape, usually used to enhance traction. You can check the tire tread pattern or refer to the pattern code provided by the manufacturer. What is the difference between 401169 and 401170? 401169 specifically refers to new pneumatic rubber tires with herringbone tread, while 401170 covers new pneumatic rubber tires with other patterns (such as ribbed, block, etc.). If a tire is used for a tractor, which code should it be classified under? New pneumatic rubber tires for tractors, if the tread is herringbone, are classified under 401169; if it has another pattern, under 401170. Is it necessary to provide a picture of the tire tread pattern when declaring? Usually not required, but customs may request one to verify classification. It is advisable to keep relevant technical materials for inspection. Can retreaded tires be classified under 401169? No. 401169 applies only to new tires; retreaded tires should be classified under 4012. How can the tariff rate for 401169 be checked? Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the website of the General Administration of Customs, the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China, or by consulting a customs broker. If a tire can be used for both motor cars and other vehicles, how should it be classified? Classify according to the principal use. If it is mainly used for motor cars, classify under 401110; if the principal use cannot be determined and it has herringbone tread, it may be classified under 401169. What should be included in the "specification and model" declaration element? It should include tire size (such as section width and rim diameter), ply rating, speed rating, load index, etc., ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Q: How can it be determined whether a tire has a herringbone tread?
A: Herringbone tread means the tread pattern is arranged in a herringbone or V shape, usually used to enhance traction. You can check the tire tread pattern or refer to the pattern code provided by the manufacturer.
Q: What is the difference between 401169 and 401170?
A: 401169 specifically refers to new pneumatic rubber tires with herringbone tread, while 401170 covers new pneumatic rubber tires with other patterns (such as ribbed, block, etc.).
Q: If a tire is used for a tractor, which code should it be classified under?
A: New pneumatic rubber tires for tractors, if the tread is herringbone, are classified under 401169; if it has another pattern, under 401170.
Q: Is it necessary to provide a picture of the tire tread pattern when declaring?
A: Usually not required, but customs may request one to verify classification. It is advisable to keep relevant technical materials for inspection.
Q: Can retreaded tires be classified under 401169?
A: No. 401169 applies only to new tires; retreaded tires should be classified under 4012.
Q: How can the tariff rate for 401169 be checked?
A: Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the website of the General Administration of Customs, the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China, or by consulting a customs broker.
Q: If a tire can be used for both motor cars and other vehicles, how should it be classified?
A: Classify according to the principal use. If it is mainly used for motor cars, classify under 401110; if the principal use cannot be determined and it has herringbone tread, it may be classified under 401169.
Q: What should be included in the "specification and model" declaration element?
A: It should include tire size (such as section width and rim diameter), ply rating, speed rating, load index, etc., ensuring completeness and accuracy.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.