8716.90.50.59 - Wheels with other tires

This HTS category, 8716.90.50.59, encompasses wheels designed for use with vehicles classified under heading 8716, specifically when these wheels are fitted with tires, but are not intended for off-the-highway applications. This includes a broad range of wheels for trailers, semi-trailers, and other non-mechanically propelled vehicles used on public roads and standard operating environments. The key distinguishing feature is the presence of a tire and its intended use context.

This classification differentiates itself from its sibling category, 8716.90.50.56, by excluding wheels with tires specifically manufactured or intended for off-the-highway use, such as those found on agricultural equipment, construction vehicles, or specialized off-road trailers. While both categories pertain to wheels with tires for vehicles in heading 8716, the intended operational environment is the determining factor for distinction.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification under 8716.90.50.59 relies heavily on the physical characteristics of the wheel and tire assembly and the exporter's or importer's declared use, ensuring that the combination is not designated for specialized off-road performance.