8516.40.40.00 - Other

This HTS category, 8516.40.40.00, encompasses "Other" electric flatirons that do not fit into the specific subcategory of travel irons. It serves as a residual classification for standard-sized electric flatirons intended for general domestic use in ironing clothing and other textiles. The primary function of these appliances is to generate heat and apply it through a heated soleplate to remove wrinkles from fabrics.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8516.40.20.00 (Travel type), is crucial for accurate classification. While both are electric flatirons, the "Travel type" designation is reserved for irons specifically designed for portability, often featuring a collapsible handle, compact size, and dual voltage capabilities. Category 8516.40.40.00 covers all other electric flatirons that do not possess these specialized travel-related characteristics, including standard household irons with fixed handles and typically single voltage operation.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification decisions for goods falling under 8516.40.40.00 will therefore rely on confirming that the item is an electric flatiron and that it does not meet the criteria for travel-type irons, based on its physical design and intended use.