1602.32.00.10 - In airtight containers

This HTS classification covers prepared meals containing chicken, preserved in airtight containers. These are typically ready-to-eat or require minimal preparation, such as heating, and are sealed to ensure product integrity and shelf life. The key defining characteristic for this subcategory is the combination of chicken as a primary ingredient within a meal context and its preservation method in airtight packaging.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 1602.32.00.30 "Other," which would encompass chicken preparations that do not constitute a "prepared meal" or are not presented in airtight containers, even if they are otherwise preserved. Examples that would fall under the "Other" sibling might include plain cooked chicken pieces, chicken pâtés, or chicken in broth not intended as a complete meal.

As a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 1602.32.00.10. Therefore, classification within this specific code relies entirely on accurately identifying the product as a prepared meal primarily featuring chicken and being packaged in an airtight manner. Importers and exporters should verify that the product meets these specific criteria to ensure correct customs reporting.