1605.59 - Other:

This HTS category, 1605.59, covers molluscs, such as clams, snails, and abalone, that have been prepared or preserved. This encompasses a wide range of processing methods, including cooking, canning, freezing, or drying. The key criterion for inclusion is that the product originates from molluscs and has undergone some form of preparation or preservation beyond simple raw, unprocessed states.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While other subheadings within 1605.5 are dedicated to specific types of molluscs like oysters (1605.51), scallops (1605.52), mussels (1605.53), cuttlefish and squid (1605.54), and octopus (1605.55), this subheading acts as a residual category for all *other* prepared or preserved molluscs not specifically listed elsewhere. Therefore, if a prepared mollusc product is not an oyster, scallop, mussel, cuttlefish, squid, or octopus, it will fall under this "Other" classification.

Under 1605.59, further subdivision exists to refine classification. The subheading 1605.59.05.00 specifically addresses products that contain fish meat or are considered prepared meals, indicating a composite nature where the mollusc may be part of a larger culinary preparation. The remaining subcategory, 1605.59.60.00, serves as a catch-all for all other prepared or preserved molluscs that do not fit the specific criteria of prepared meals or those containing fish meat, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all remaining mollusc preparations.