0712.31.20.00 - Other

This HTS category, 0712.31.20.00, encompasses dried mushrooms of the genus Agaricus that are not air-dried or sun-dried. It specifically covers mushrooms prepared through other drying methods, such as freeze-drying, oven-drying, or spray-drying. These preparations are intended to remove moisture while preserving the fungal structure, rendering them shelf-stable for a variety of culinary or industrial applications.

The key differentiator for this subcategory lies in its exclusion of air-dried or sun-dried preparations, which are classified under 0712.31.10.00. While both subcategories deal with dried Agaricus mushrooms, the method of dehydration is the determining factor for correct classification. This classification requires careful examination of the drying process employed by the producer.

As a leaf node within the HTS structure, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on accurately identifying the product as a dried mushroom of the genus Agaricus and confirming that the drying method is not air or sun exposure. Examples within this category could include freeze-dried sliced Agaricus bisporus for reconstituting in sauces or oven-dried mushroom powder intended as a flavoring agent.