Motorcycle tires imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycle tires by the United Kingdom reached $48.8 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $43.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $44.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $34.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $30.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $32.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $34.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $32.5M | 4.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports motorcycle tires from
Most of the value came from Spain (20%), Germany (20%), Japan (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $10.0M | 21% |
| Germany | $9.6M | 20% |
| Japan | $7.5M | 15% |
| China | $3.8M | 7.8% |
| Serbia | $3.3M | 6.8% |
| France | $3.1M | 6.4% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 5.4% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 4.1% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.11 per kg, 104% above the world average of $5.44. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycle tires exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported motorcycle tires worth $7.2 million (718 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (21%), Czech Republic (20%), France (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 21% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 20% |
| France | $1.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $939K | 13% |
| Ireland | $389K | 5.4% |
| Canada | $324K | 4.5% |
| New Zealand | $201K | 2.8% |
| Australia | $197K | 2.8% |
| Slovenia | $194K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $167K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom motorcycle tires imports (HS 4011.40): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 4011.40: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motorcycles.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycle tires imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported motorcycle tires worth $48.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle tires to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by Germany (20%) and Japan (15%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.11 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycle tires to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.5 million in 2017 to $48.8 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export motorcycle tires?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Czech Republic and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $41.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycle tires?
The HS code for motorcycle tires is subheading 4011.40. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
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