0811.90.80.40 - Sweet varieties

This HTS classification, 0811.90.80.40, specifically covers frozen sweet varieties of fruits and nuts. These are products that, while raw or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, have been preserved through freezing and exhibit a naturally sweet flavor profile. The addition of sugar or other sweetening matter is permitted within this category, as long as the primary characteristic remains that of a sweet fruit or nut.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 0811.90.80.60, which covers "Tart varieties." The distinction lies solely in the inherent flavor profile of the fruit or nut. Sweet varieties, by definition, possess a dominant sweetness, whereas tart varieties are characterized by a pronounced sour or acidic taste. This difference in organoleptic properties is the primary determinant for classification between these two subheadings.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under this code hinges on the successful identification of the product as a frozen fruit or nut, prepared as described, and possessing a distinctly sweet flavor, differentiating it from tart alternatives. Examples of products that would fall under this classification include frozen sweet cherries, frozen sweet berries, or frozen sweet tropical fruits that meet the preparation and freezing criteria.