0702.00.20.66 - Roma (plum type)

This HTS classification, 0702.00.20.66, specifically covers Roma, also known as plum type, tomatoes that are fresh or chilled. These tomatoes are characterized by their elongated shape and are often used for sauces, pastes, and canning due to their lower water content and higher solids. The classification falls under the broader category of tomatoes, fresh or chilled, and is further refined by specific seasonal entry periods and a general "Other" category that accommodates varieties not otherwise specified.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 0702.00.20.52 (Cherry) and 0702.00.20.62 (Grape), is crucial. Cherry tomatoes are typically small, round, and sweet, while grape tomatoes are also small but tend to be oval or oblong. Roma tomatoes, in contrast, are larger than both cherry and grape varieties and possess a distinct plum-like shape. While 0702.00.20.81 is for round tomatoes described under statistical note 2, and 0702.00.20.92 covers other unspecified types, 0702.00.20.66 precisely targets the Roma varietal.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. The classification is complete at this level, requiring only the accurate identification of Roma (plum type) tomatoes based on their physical characteristics and intended use, provided they meet the seasonal entry requirements of the parent categories.