4011.80.20 - Radial

This HTS classification covers radial pneumatic tires specifically designed for use on construction, mining, or industrial handling vehicles and machines. These tires are characterized by their construction, which utilizes a carcass made of cords oriented radially across the tire. The radial design provides distinct performance benefits, such as reduced rolling resistance and improved heat dissipation, making them suitable for demanding operational environments.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 4011.80.80, which encompasses "Other" pneumatic tires for similar industrial vehicles. The key differentiator lies in the radial construction specified herein. Therefore, tires employing bias-ply or other non-radial construction methods would fall under the "Other" category, assuming they meet the general criteria for tires used on construction, mining, or industrial handling vehicles.

Within this classification, further subcategories are established based on a critical physical dimension: the rim size. Tires with a rim diameter not exceeding 61 cm are classified under 4011.80.20.10, while those with a rim diameter exceeding 61 cm fall under 4011.80.20.20. This distinction is important for regulatory and commercial purposes, reflecting different size specifications commonly found in the industrial vehicle market.