4011.90.20 - Radial

This HTS code, 4011.90.20, specifically covers radial pneumatic tires made of rubber, excluding those with a "herring-bone" or similar tread pattern (classified under 4011.90.10). It falls under the broader category of "Other" new pneumatic tires, indicating it encompasses a range of tires not otherwise specifically defined. The "Radial" descriptor signifies the internal construction of the tire, where cords run radially from bead to bead, differentiating it from bias-ply tires.

The distinction from its sibling category, 4011.90.80, is crucial. While both fall under "Other," 4011.90.20 is dedicated solely to radial construction. This implies that any new pneumatic tire of rubber that is not of radial construction, and not having a "herring-bone" or similar tread, would likely fall under the 4011.90.80 designation. The focus here is on the fundamental tire construction method.

Within this radial tire category, further subdivisions exist to capture specific end-uses. The subcategories, 4011.90.20.10 and 4011.90.20.50, differentiate based on application. The former addresses tires specifically designed for golf carts, all-terrain vehicles, and for turf, lawn, garden, and trailer uses, highlighting specialized designs for these purposes. The latter, "Other," then captures all remaining radial pneumatic tires not fitting the more specific applications outlined in 4011.90.20.10.