0902.10.10.15 - Certified organic

This HTS classification covers green tea, in immediate packings not exceeding 3 kg, that is both flavored and certified organic. The "certified organic" designation is a critical differentiator, signifying adherence to specific agricultural and processing standards recognized by a certifying body. These teas are not fermented, preserving their characteristic green tea profile, and their flavoring can encompass a wide range of natural or artificial additions that impart distinct aromas or tastes.

Distinguishing this subcategory from its sibling, "Other" (0902.10.10.50), is the explicit organic certification. While both fall under flavored green tea in small packagings, this code specifically applies only to those products that have undergone and successfully passed an organic certification process. The "Other" category would encompass any flavored green tea in these packagings that does not meet the organic certification requirements, including conventionally grown or those without specific organic verification.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions within this specific code. Therefore, classification decisions at this level will hinge on confirming both the presence of flavoring and the official, verifiable organic certification of the green tea. Importers and exporters should ensure that all necessary documentation substantiating the organic status is readily available for customs inspection.