8802.40.01.60 - Cargo transports

This HTS category, 8802.40.01.60, specifically classifies cargo airplanes and other aircraft designed primarily for the transportation of goods. To fall under this heading, the aircraft must have an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg and be new. The defining characteristic is their intended use for carrying freight, distinguishing them from aircraft primarily designed for transporting passengers.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 8802.40.01.40, which covers passenger transports. Aircraft classified under 8802.40.01.60 are built with cargo holds, loading doors, and other features optimized for the efficient movement of freight, whereas passenger aircraft are configured with seating and amenities for passengers. The sibling category 8802.40.01.70 accounts for aircraft that are designed for both passenger and cargo transport, or where the primary purpose is not exclusively cargo.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification relies on the explicit definition of "cargo transports" and the established criteria for aircraft of this weight class. Importers and exporters should consider the design, configuration, and documented purpose of the aircraft to ensure accurate classification, focusing on features that demonstrate its primary function as a dedicated cargo carrier.