1105.20.00.00 - Flakes, granules and pellets

This HTS classification, 1105.20.00.00, encompasses processed potato products that have been formed into discrete, solid particles other than flour, meal, or powder. Specifically, it covers potatoes that have been transformed into flakes, granules, or pellets. These forms are typically achieved through processes such as drying, milling, and agglomeration, resulting in products with distinct physical shapes and sizes that retain some of the original potato's structure and properties, albeit in a dehydrated or concentrated form.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 1105.10.00.00, which is designated for "Flour, meal and powder" of potatoes. While both categories fall under the broader umbrella of processed potatoes within Chapter 11, the key differentiator lies in the physical form. Flour, meal, and powder represent finely ground potato material, characterized by a powdery consistency. In contrast, 1105.20.00.00 covers products that exhibit a more structured particulate form, such as thin, brittle flakes; small, irregular grains or grit-like particles (granules); or compressed, uniform cylindrical or spherical shapes (pellets).

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification within 1105.20.00.00 is on correctly identifying potato products that meet the description of flakes, granules, or pellets, ensuring they are not otherwise classified as flour, meal, or powder. Practical classification will hinge on visual inspection and understanding the manufacturing processes that yield these distinct physical forms of processed potato.