1602.50.21.40 - Other

This HTS classification, 1602.50.21.40, pertains to "Other" prepared or preserved meats of bovine animals that do not contain cereals or vegetables and are packed in airtight containers. This category encompasses a wide array of cooked, cured, or otherwise processed bovine meat products, including but not limited to corned beef, roast beef, and beef stews, provided they meet the specified criteria. The critical elements for classification under this subheading are the absence of cereals or vegetables and the packaging method.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 1602.50.21.20 ("In containers holding less than 1 kg"), is solely based on the weight of the container. While both subcategories cover prepared or preserved bovine meats not containing cereals or vegetables and in airtight containers, the 1602.50.21.40 subheading applies to those with container weights of 1 kg or greater. This distinction is important for importers and exporters to accurately declare their goods based on the quantity presented.

As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 1602.50.21.40 is final once the product meets all preceding criteria, specifically that it is of bovine animal origin, prepared or preserved, does not contain cereals or vegetables, is packaged in airtight containers, and the container weighs 1 kg or more. It is crucial to ensure that no extraneous cereal or vegetable ingredients are present, as their inclusion would necessitate classification under a different subheading.