1602.41.20 - Boned and cooked and packed in airtight containers

This HTS classification, 1602.41.20, specifically addresses boned and cooked preparations of swine, commonly known as hams and cuts thereof, which are preserved and packaged in airtight containers. The defining characteristic of this category is the specific preparation method (boned and cooked) and the hermetically sealed packaging, ensuring extended shelf life and protection against spoilage. This contrasts with other potential preparations of swine which might not be boned, cooked, or hermetically sealed.

While this category focuses on boned and cooked hams and cuts, the sibling category 1602.41.90.00 covers "Other" preparations of swine within the broader "hams and cuts thereof" heading, implying those that do not meet the specific criteria of being boned, cooked, and hermetically sealed. Therefore, accurate classification hinges on verifying both the physical state of the meat (boned and cooked) and the nature of its preservation (airtight container).

Further subdivision within 1602.41.20 is based on the net weight of the contents within the airtight containers. The subcategories 1602.41.20.20 and 1602.41.20.40 distinguish between products packaged in containers holding less than 1 kilogram and all other such products, respectively. This distinction is crucial for precise statistical reporting and potential tariff rate variations.