4013.10.00 - Of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses or trucks

This HTS category, 4013.10.00, specifically covers inner tubes manufactured from rubber that are designed for use in motor cars, including station wagons and racing cars, as well as buses and trucks. The primary classification criterion here is the intended application and size of the inner tube, distinguishing it from inner tubes designed for other types of vehicles.

When classifying inner tubes of rubber, it is crucial to differentiate them from sibling categories. Specifically, inner tubes for bicycles, classified under 4013.20.00.00, are typically smaller and lighter in construction. Furthermore, the "Other" category (4013.90) encompasses inner tubes not specifically designed for motor vehicles or bicycles, such as those for agricultural machinery or off-road vehicles.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to provide more granular classification. The subcategories 4013.10.00.10 for motor car inner tubes and 4013.10.00.20 for truck and bus inner tubes allow for precise identification based on the vehicle type they are intended to equip. These distinctions are important for import and export declarations, ensuring accurate tariff application and statistical reporting.