0402.10 - In powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1.5 percent:

This HTS category, 0402.10, specifically covers milk and cream that has been concentrated or contains added sugar or other sweetening matter, and is presented in powder, granules, or other solid forms. The key defining characteristic for classification within this subcategory is its fat content. Specifically, these products must have a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1.5 percent. This designation applies to milk and cream derivatives that have undergone processes to remove water and/or add sweeteners, resulting in a solid, shelf-stable product.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. The primary differentiator lies in the fat content. Products classified under 0402.21 (not explicitly shown but implied as a sibling based on structure) would be milk and cream in solid forms with a fat content exceeding 1.5 percent. The "Other" sibling category would encompass any solid milk and cream products that do not fit the specific fat content criteria of 0402.10 or its higher-fat counterpart.

Within this 0402.10 subcategory, further subdivisions exist to account for specific entry conditions or national tariff provisions. The subcategories 0402.10.05.00 and 0402.10.10.00 address products that qualify for special treatment or exemptions under specific general or additional U.S. notes, often related to agricultural programs or trade agreements. The "Other" subcategory, 0402.10.50.00, serves as a residual classification for any products meeting the general criteria of 0402.10 but not falling under the specific provisions of the preceding subcategories.