What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1914, Tyre Manufacturing, classifies Australian businesses whose primary activity is producing tyres and related products from synthetic polymers and/or natural rubber. This is a specialised manufacturing activity within the broader polymer and rubber product sector. The classification is used by government agencies like the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to collect and analyse industry data, and by businesses for market research and benchmarking.
Typical operations that fall into this class include factories that produce new pneumatic tyres for the automotive market, facilities dedicated to retreading truck and bus tyres to extend their life, and manufacturers crafting specialised tyres for aircraft or industrial machinery. A business that primarily produces the inner tubes that fit inside tyres would also be classified here.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class are primarily engaged in:
- Manufacturing new tyres for motor vehicles, from passenger cars to heavy trucks.
- Producing tyres for aircraft and other specialised vehicles.
- Making the inner tubes that hold air inside pneumatic tyres.
- Retreading or rebuilding worn tyres by applying new rubber to an existing casing.
- Manufacturing tyres of all types, including pneumatic, semi-pneumatic, and solid rubber tyres.
Exclusions and nearby codes
The official ABS description for this class did not provide specific exclusion notes. However, it is important to distinguish this class from other manufacturing activities. For instance, the manufacturing of other rubber products, such as rubber hoses, belts, or seals, is classified elsewhere in ANZSIC subdivision 19, typically in class 1919 (Other Polymer Product Manufacturing). Similarly, the wholesale or retail sale of tyres, without manufacturing them, is classified under the relevant wholesale or retail trade divisions, not manufacturing.
Practical guidance
When registering for an Australian Business Number (ABN), you will need to select your main business activity. If your primary operation is manufacturing tyres, this is the correct ANZSIC class to use. This classification then flows through to your Business Activity Statement (BAS) and income tax reporting, helping the ATO categorise your business. The equivalent Business Industry Code (BIC) for tax purposes is 19140.
Your workers' compensation insurance premium may be influenced by this industry classification, as the risk profile for manufacturing is different from retail or office work. When applying for certain manufacturing grants or industry assistance programs, you may be required to report this code to demonstrate your eligibility within the sector. Always ensure your registered activity accurately reflects your primary source of income.