4011.30.00 - Of a kind used on aircraft

This HTS category, 4011.30.00, specifically encompasses new pneumatic tires manufactured from rubber that are designed and intended for use on aircraft. These tires are characterized by their construction and specifications tailored to the unique operational demands of aviation, including factors like weight capacity, speed requirements, and resistance to extreme temperatures and pressures encountered during flight operations.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While other subheadings under 4011 cover tires for motor cars, buses, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and agricultural vehicles, 4011.30.00 is exclusively for those intended for aircraft. This means tires designed for automotive or terrestrial applications, even if similar in appearance, would fall under different HTS codes. The key differentiator is the intended end-use and the specialized design features that correspond to aircraft requirements.

Within this category, further distinctions are made through subcategories. Subheading 4011.30.00.10 is designated for tires specifically intended for use in civil aircraft. The residual category, 4011.30.00.50, covers all other pneumatic tires of rubber of a kind used on aircraft that do not qualify for the civil aircraft designation. This subdivision allows for a more granular classification of aircraft tires based on their specific application within the aviation sector.