Retreaded Natural Rubber Passenger Car Tire
A retreaded pneumatic tire made primarily from natural rubber, used for passenger vehicles after the original tread has worn down. It falls under HTS 4012.90.4500 as a retreaded tire of natural rubber, distinct from new tires in Chapter 40. Retreading extends tire life by applying new natural rubber tread.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.2% | +35.0% | 39.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a new pneumatic tire
New passenger car tires of natural rubber fall under 4011, not retreaded or used tires in 4012.
If primarily synthetic rubber content
Tires with synthetic rubber dominance shift to the synthetic rubber subheading within 4012.90.
If imported as tire treads for retreading
Separate tire tread strips of natural rubber are classified under tire treads in 4013, not assembled tires.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify retread certification and DOT markings to ensure compliance with US safety standards for retreaded tires
• Provide documentation proving natural rubber composition exceeds synthetic to avoid reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as new tires, which shifts to higher-duty headings
Related Products under HTS 4012.90.45.00
Used Natural Rubber Truck Tire
A worn used pneumatic tire from trucks, composed mainly of natural rubber, suitable for retreading or resale. Classified in HTS 4012.90.4500 as 'other' used tires of natural rubber, excluding solid or cushion types. It must not be new production.
Retreaded Natural Rubber Off-Road Tire
Retreaded pneumatic tire of natural rubber designed for off-road vehicles like ATVs or construction equipment. HTS 4012.90.4500 covers this as 'other' retreaded tires of natural rubber, emphasizing vulcanized rubber construction per Chapter notes.
Used Natural Rubber Agricultural Tractor Tire
Worn pneumatic tire from agricultural tractors made predominantly of natural rubber. Falls under HTS 4012.90.4500 as other used tires of natural rubber, per Chapter 40 exclusions from textiles or machinery.
Retreaded Natural Rubber Mining Dump Truck Tire
Large retreaded pneumatic tire of natural rubber for heavy-duty mining dump trucks. Classified in 4012.90.4500 as other retreaded tires, vulcanized natural rubber per Chapter note definitions, not new or solid.
Used Natural Rubber Forklift Tire
Used pneumatic tire primarily of natural rubber for industrial forklifts. HTS 4012.90.4500 applies to such other used pneumatic tires, excluding cushion/solid types explicitly.
Retreaded Natural Rubber Military Vehicle Tire
Retreaded pneumatic tire of natural rubber for military or government vehicles. Under 4012.90.4500 as other retreaded natural rubber tires, vulcanized and pneumatic per Chapter specs.