0709.59.11.00 - Truffles

This HTS category specifically covers fresh or chilled truffles. Truffles are the fruiting bodies of subterranean fungi, highly prized for their distinct aroma and flavor in culinary applications. This classification is limited to these specific edible fungi in their raw, unprocessed state, either fresh or chilled to preserve them prior to further processing or consumption.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, HTS 0709.59.91.00 ("Other"), by its specific identification of truffles. While "Other" might encompass a broader range of less common or unlisted fresh/chilled vegetables not specifically enumerated elsewhere in Chapter 07, this classification is precisely dedicated to the truffle. The key differentiator is the unique botanical identity and culinary significance of truffles, warranting their own distinct tariff line.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification decisions at this level are therefore final for fresh or chilled truffles. When classifying, customs officers will look for the definitive characteristics of a truffle, such as its characteristic irregular shape, earthy aroma, and unique texture, to confirm its identification under this specific HTS code.