Vehicle inner tubes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle inner tubes by the United States reached $14.8 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $25.2 million.
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 | $14.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $21.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $21.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $20.3M | 5.5K t |
Where the United States imports vehicle inner tubes from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $10.9M | 74% |
| China | $2.0M | 14% |
| Italy | $443K | 3% |
| Vietnam | $352K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $279K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $142K | 1% |
| Turkey | $142K | 1% |
| India | $127K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $86K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $78K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.32 per kg, 46% above the world average of $2.95. 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.
Vehicle inner tubes exports from the United States
Exports of vehicle inner tubes by the United States reached $1.1 million in 2024 (234 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Canada (33%), Mexico (22%), Vietnam (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+533% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $370K | 33% |
| Mexico | $245K | 22% |
| Vietnam | $106K | 9.6% |
| Australia | $49K | 4.4% |
| Denmark | $46K | 4.1% |
| Costa Rica | $40K | 3.6% |
| Bahamas | $37K | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26K | 2.3% |
| Nigeria | $21K | 1.9% |
| Barbados | $14K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vehicle inner tubes imports (HS 4013.10): 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 4013.10: Rubber: inner tubes, of a kind used on motorcars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle inner tubes imported by the United States?
The United States imported vehicle inner tubes worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 210 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle inner tubes to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by China (14%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle inner tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.32 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $2.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle inner tubes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.3 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2020 at $25.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export vehicle inner tubes?
Yes. The United States exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Vietnam. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle inner tubes?
The HS code for vehicle inner tubes is subheading 4013.10. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4013 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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