Retreaded truck tires trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in retreaded truck tires was worth $459.3 million in 2024, about 124.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017, and down 9% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $459.3M | 124.8K t |
| 2023 | $505.5M | 135.8K t |
| 2022 | $457.3M | 149.2K t |
| 2021 | $436.7M | 149.5K t |
| 2020 | $361.7M | 132.0K t |
| 2019 | $367.6M | 145.8K t |
| 2018 | $392.1M | 136.7K t |
| 2017 | $368.0M | 141.3K t |
Top retreaded truck tires exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 48% of world exports, followed by Spain and France. The top three supply 74% between them, out of 89 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $221.6M | 48% |
| Spain | $74.1M | 16% |
| France | $44.9M | 9.8% |
| United Kingdom | $26.0M | 5.7% |
| Hungary | $16.7M | 3.6% |
| China | $10.1M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $7.3M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $6.6M | 1.4% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 1.2% |
| Estonia | $5.3M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $4.3M | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $4.1M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
France is the biggest buyer with 29% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Hungary. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 40% across 168 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $131.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $26.7M | 5.8% |
| Hungary | $26.0M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $23.8M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $21.3M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $21.2M | 4.6% |
| Poland | $20.9M | 4.5% |
| Luxembourg | $20.1M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $17.7M | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $16.5M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $12.6M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $12.2M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $4.42 per kg and China $1.47 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4012.12: Retreaded tyres: of a kind used on motor buses or lorries. HS 4012 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most retreaded truck tires?
Germany exported $221.6 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Spain (16%) and France (10%). In all, 89 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most retreaded truck tires?
France imported $131.0 million in 2024, 29% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Hungary (6%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in retreaded truck tires?
It was worth $459.3 million in 2024, about 124.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $505.5 million. 89 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of retreaded truck tires per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $4.42 per kg and China $1.47 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for retreaded truck tires?
The HS code for retreaded truck tires is subheading 4012.12, in chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4012 page.
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