4011.80.80 - Other

This HTS category, 4011.80.80, encompasses pneumatic tires of rubber specifically designed for use on construction, mining, or industrial handling vehicles and machines, which do not fall under the radial construction type. It serves as a residual category for these specialized tires when they are not classified under the more specific "radial" subcategory at this level. The key distinguishing factor here is the tire's construction method and intended application, targeting heavy-duty equipment rather than general automotive or passenger use.

Unlike the sibling category 4011.80.20, which specifically identifies radial tires, this classification is for pneumatic tires of other construction methods used on the aforementioned industrial machinery. This distinction is crucial for accurate tariff application, as different construction types can influence tire performance, durability, and ultimately, their customs treatment.

The subcategories within 4011.80.80 further refine the classification based on a critical physical characteristic: the rim size. Tires are divided into those with a rim diameter not exceeding 61 cm (4011.80.80.10) and those with a rim diameter exceeding 61 cm (4011.80.80.20). This subdivision allows for precise categorization based on the scale of the industrial equipment the tires are intended to fit, ensuring that even within this specialized "other" category, further differentiation based on size is applied.