8516.80.40.00 - Assembled only with simple insulated former and electrical connections, used for anti-icing or deicing

This HTS subcategory, 8516.80.40.00, specifically covers electric heating resistors designed and constructed solely with simple insulated formers and electrical connections. These resistors are exclusively intended for use in anti-icing or deicing applications. The defining characteristic is their basic assembly, focused on electrical functionality for preventing or removing ice formation in various systems, such as aircraft, vehicles, or outdoor infrastructure.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 8516.80.80.00, which is designated for "Other" electric heating resistors. While both fall under the broader heading of electric heating resistors, 8516.80.40.00 is narrowly defined by its specific construction (simple insulated former and electrical connections) and its dedicated purpose (anti-icing or deicing). The "Other" category would encompass all other electric heating resistors not meeting these precise criteria, including those with more complex constructions or intended for a wider range of heating applications.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, classification under 8516.80.40.00 relies on a strict adherence to the stated physical and functional requirements. Importers and exporters should ensure that the goods precisely match the description of being assembled with simple insulated formers and electrical connections and are demonstrably intended for anti-icing or deicing functions to correctly utilize this classification.