Used Passenger Car Radial Tire

A worn pneumatic tire from a standard passenger vehicle, retreaded or in used condition, designed for on-highway transport of passengers. It falls under HTS 4012.20.60.00 as a used pneumatic tire for highway vehicles carrying passengers or goods. Excludes new tires or those for off-road use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4012.20Same rate: 50%

If used on off-road or agricultural vehicles

Tires for off-highway use like farm tractors fall under a separate subheading excluding on-highway transport vehicles.

4011.90.20Lower: 39% vs 50%

If retreaded rather than used

Retreaded pneumatic tires for passenger vehicles are classified under heading 4011, not used tires in 4012.

4004.00.00Lower: 35% vs 50%

If deemed waste or scrap from tire processing

Non-usable rubber waste or scrap from tire manufacturing or wear is covered by heading 4004 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify tire tread depth and condition meets DOT standards for used tires to avoid rejection at customs

Provide documentation proving the tire's prior use on highway vehicles, such as service records or origin certificates

Watch for misclassification as scrap; ensure tires are usable and not waste under heading 4004