4011.20.50.20 - Other

This HTS category, 4011.20.50.20, specifically classifies "Other" new pneumatic tires made of rubber, intended for use on buses or trucks, and designed for on-the-highway applications. These tires represent a residual classification within the broader group of tires for buses and trucks, encompassing those that do not fit into more specific sub-classifications. The key defining characteristic is their intended application on public road vehicles of significant size, designed for carrying passengers or substantial cargo.

To distinguish this category from its sibling, 4011.20.50.10 ("Light truck"), this classification pertains to tires for vehicles exceeding the typical size and weight classification of light trucks. While both fall under the umbrella of tires for buses or trucks, the "Other" designation signifies a distinction in vehicle size, tire construction, or load-bearing capacity that sets them apart from those specifically designated for light trucks. The "on-the-highway" qualifier further ensures that these tires are intended for use on paved road surfaces, differentiating them from off-road or specialized vehicle tires.

As this node represents a leaf category within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is definitive, based on the tire's construction, intended use on medium to heavy-duty buses and trucks, and suitability for standard road operations. It serves as the final repository for all on-highway pneumatic tires for buses and trucks that do not meet the criteria for more precisely defined categories.