0204.22.20.10 - Shoulders

This HTS subcategory, 0204.22.20.10, specifically classifies "Shoulders" derived from lamb. These are portions of the lamb carcass that include the shoulder blade and surrounding meat, and are intended for consumption. The inclusion of bone is a defining characteristic at this level, differentiating it from boneless cuts.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 0204.22.20.20 covers "Legs" and 0204.22.20.30 encompasses "Loins," this node is exclusively for the shoulder cut of lamb with the bone intact. The sibling category 0204.22.20.90 acts as a catch-all for any other lamb cuts with bone in that do not fall under shoulders, legs, or loins.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 0204.22.20.10 relies solely on the accurate identification of the product as a lamb shoulder containing bone, within the broader context of other lamb cuts with bone in. Consistent application of the nomenclature and a clear understanding of the anatomical cut are paramount for correct import and export declarations.